이 되, 하게 되

"Ee dweh, ha-geh dweh"

This meme began trending in Korea in the second half of 2023 across various online communities, including X (formerly Twitter). The '~i doe, ~hage doe' meme is characterized by image macros featuring a composite of the Laranjo character (also known as Mudeoki) with a desperate expression. It often uses intentionally awkward grammar, like '~ga doe' (가 되) instead of the grammatically correct '~i doe' (이 되) or '~hage doe' (하게 되), which gives it a slightly unhinged or 'off' feeling. It is primarily used to express an intense desire to become a specific subject, often in the context of 'jujjeop' (excessive fawning or over-the-top praise). The character originated from the profile picture of Twitter user 'Mudeoki,' and the background is a scene from the anime 'Atashin'chi.'

Primarily young generations, from their teens to their thirties, especially those active on social media platforms like X (formerly Twitter) and familiar with fandom culture.

• "Gongjuga doe" (Become a princess)
• "Neukdaega doe" (Become a wolf)
• "Oniga doe" (Become an oni/demon)
• "Jokoga doe" (Become a Joker)
• Utilizing the subtitle 'Folie à deux' from the movie 'Joker,' it was also adapted into variations like "Gidaega doe" (Become anticipation/expectation).

• There's also an instance where Warner Bros.' official account parodied it with "On sesangi Jokoga doe" (The whole world becomes Joker).

Since this meme intentionally uses awkward grammar, it's best not to use it in formal or official settings. Its humor is maximized when used playfully in informal situations, such as among close friends or in online communities.