“That’s Cute” is an internet catchphrase commonly seen on image macros. The phrase usually applies to a comparison of two objects or humans, with one being of a superior degree over the other in a particular aspect often followed by said phrase in a sarcastic manner.
The phrase can be applied to relatively anything, as it is not confined to one particular meme or image alone. In fact, it is commonly paired with the notorious Wonka meme, as the latter is also very sarcastic in nature.
Spread
Although the origin of this particular meme is currently unknown, its initial spread began somewhere between 2008-2009. (Also considering how the phrase may have been used even before the internet.) Several sites during this time introduced the quote, “You think I care? That’s cute!”, which may possibly have lead to the use of the phrase throughout the internet.
Google search statistics show that searches of this particular phrase reached a peak in 2005, but the image macros had not appeared until a few years later.
Notable Examples
