Surprised Pikachu meme generator
A wide-eyed, open-mouthed shocked face used after describing an action with a completely predictable consequence.
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What the Surprised Pikachu meme means
A wide-eyed, open-mouthed shocked face used after describing an action with a completely predictable consequence. The shock is fake, which is the whole point.
Where it comes from
The original is a 2018 meme using a frame of Pikachu from the Pokémon anime. Our template is an original shocked yellow creature in the same pose, not the licensed character.
How to caption it
- Write the obvious action and the predictable outcome as a short sequence.
- Let the shocked face do the punchline.
How the format works
Every meme format is a fixed set of slots with a job each. Tap a slot to isolate it, or flip through the examples to see the same structure carry different jokes.
Surprised Face meme FAQ
What does the Surprised Pikachu meme mean?
A wide-eyed, open-mouthed shocked face used after describing an action with a completely predictable consequence. The shock is fake, which is the whole point.
Where does the Surprised Pikachu meme come from?
The original is a 2018 meme using a frame of Pikachu from the Pokémon anime. Our template is an original shocked yellow creature in the same pose, not the licensed character.
Is this the real Pikachu?
No. It is an original shocked creature, so you can post it anywhere without using a copyrighted frame.
Why use line breaks?
Most surprised-face memes are a two-line setup. Press Enter in a caption field to break the line.
How do I make a Surprised Pikachu meme?
Write the obvious action and the predictable outcome as a short sequence. Let the shocked face do the punchline. Then press Download PNG, or Share on a phone.
