A recent survey reveals that over 65% of college students in China believe internet memes are essential for socializing. Memes, such as those from popular TV shows or viral phrases, have become tools for breaking the ice and enhancing communication among friends and classmates. For many, these memes are not just jokes but "social currency," helping them bond and understand each other more quickly.

By Fu Rui, Zhu Sidi(intern), Wang Junli, Kong Wenxuan and Luo Xi/China Youth Daily

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