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Did you think before speaking?

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This meme started gaining popularity on the Korean internet around 2017. It primarily spread and was used in the form of image macros (jjalbangs) on online communities.

The meme 'Did you think before speaking?' is primarily used to mock or satirize people who speak carelessly without thinking, write illogical posts, or create inflammatory (aggro) content that provokes others' emotions. The original source of this meme is the phrase 'Did you pee before bed?' which originated from a scene in a Japanese animation.

This meme is actively used primarily by internet community users in their late teens to early thirties, especially those who enjoy subculture content like games or webtoons. It frequently appears on streaming platforms like Twitch and is familiar to both men and women who actively communicate online.

• "Did you think before calling me drunk in the middle of the night?" (From webtoon artist Angyeong's ex-boyfriend exorcism image)
• "Did you think before making this movie?" (From Boogi Movie, Episode 195, 'Hit-and-Run Squad' review)
• "Did you think before majoring in math?" (From webtoon 'Trash College Student,' Episode 14)

This meme carries a critical intent regarding the other person's words or actions, so caution should be exercised to avoid offending them. It is especially advisable to refrain from using it in serious or sensitive situations. It is primarily used for light criticism or satire and is most effective when used humorously among close acquaintances.