A few moments later - The ultimate meme guide

A few moments later... the full story behind the iconic Spongebob meme. Discover the narrator's voice, the famous sound effect, and find the perfect GIF.

22 September, 2025

You've seen the time card and heard the voice, but do you know the full story? Don't miss out on mastering one of the internet's most versatile reaction memes. Here is everything you need to know about this classic Spongebob moment.

The origin of the Spongebob time card

The "a few moments later" meme comes directly from the animated series SpongeBob SquarePants.

These title cards, featuring the distinct voice of the Spongebob narrator, served as transitions. The Spongebob a few moments later card became an internet sensation for its ability to create comedic timing.

The unmistakable French Spongebob narrator voice

The most popular "a few moments later" formats

Today, the meme is most commonly shared as an "a few moments later" gif to show a quick and funny outcome. The memorable "a few moments later" sound is also a staple on video platforms.  

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Using the a few moments later sound on TikTok
A hilarious Spongebob a few moments later meme
The iconic voice of the Spongebob narrator
A blank time card meme template
Hearing the a few moments later sound
The perfect a few moments later gif
A scene of Spongebob a few moments later
The classic a few moments later meme
The memorable a few moments later sound effect
A looping a few moments later gif
The Spongebob narrator announcing the time skip

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Now you're ready to use this legendary meme perfectly. What's the best situation you've seen it used for? Share your favorite examples or create your own version and post it in the comments below!

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