Professor Jeong Il-yeong's Rhetoric Meme
Original Korean title
정일영 선생님 화법 밈
A distinctive way of handling confrontation, taught by an Inha University French lecturer on Chimchakman's show, that turned into a meme.
Originated around 2024Last updated: August 4, 2026
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What does it mean?
Jeong Il-yeong, a French-language lecturer at Inha University, appeared on comedian Chimchakman's YouTube channel during the 2024 Paris Olympics season and explained, in his own distinctive style, how to respond to situations such as being caught riding the subway without a ticket or facing unfair treatment in France. Phrases like "We are customers who do XX" and "Tell the patron to come out!" became memes that viewers applied to all kinds of situations.
Where did it start?
An appearance on Chimchakman's YouTube channel during the 2024 Paris Olympics season.
How is it used?
Quoted to describe confidently standing up to unfair treatment.
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What should I be careful about?
The meme was later distorted and spread with inaccurate claims (e.g., about military service), prompting a correction report.
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