ALO POLISIA: MEANING, ORIGIN AND CURIOSITIES - DUDAS - 2024

" Alo polisia " corresponds to one of the most popular phrases and memes that exist in the digital environment, to the point that it is possible to find a series of variations and interpretations today. The popular joke went viral on Facebook, and later spread on Twitter and other social media.

Even on YouTube, some influencers and Internet users made a series of videos with parodies of this meme. The image focuses on the representation of a telephone conversation between two cactus, one that seems to be asking for help and the other that is the policeman.

The dialogue that takes place between the two is funny and somewhat incoherent, so users have been quickly hooked. However, according to some authorities this has also brought a series of consequences, such as false telephone calls that, despite being jokes, have led to the obstruction of their functions.

Meaning

Although the expression initially lacked a particular meaning, users began to use it in different contexts:

-Making jokes about the efficiency of the police and their functions, especially when their services or help are requested.

-Emphasize that, despite having help, the situation does not end favorably.

-To indicate a call for attention, in a sarcastic tone, to those situations or condemning phrases regarding any subject. This became especially popular on Twitter, as when encountering tweets of this nature, the response was accompanied by an "alo polisia" and emojis of mermaids.

Something that has become clear about the use of memes is that both their presentation and their use change and become more flexible over time.

Origin

The meaning of the meme remained uncertain for a time after its introduction; However, it seems to have to do with a conversation that took place between a citizen and part of the Colombian police between 2015 and 2016, but always in an apparently consensual tone of joke.

It is believed that this exchange was made through a chat. Later it was copied into a series of images where the illustration of a cactus, called Prickly Pear, which was already very popular on Messenger appeared.

The dialogue that was established between both figures ended with an unsatisfactory outcome for whoever made the supposed call.

After its publication on Facebook, the meme and the stickers of this cactus became famous, allowing users to also be able to make their own versions and then share them with other Internet users. It is currently one of the most popular and current images to date.

Other related memes

There are also an important variety of memes that relate to Prickly Pear and the cactus figure in general:

Cactus juice

He first appeared in the animated series Avatar: The Last Airbender, specifically in episode 11 of the second season.

During the chapter, several of the characters drink water from a cactus found in the desert, which produces hallucinations and other effects that include strange behavior.

For fans of the series, this has been one of the most memorable chapters thanks to the comic situations present.

Deal with it!

Another meme that became popular on the Internet was this one where you can see some cactus leaves with sunglasses, with the connotation of mockery and jocularity.

Free hugs

Given that the image of the cactus was also considered tender and even moving, it immediately became the protagonist of other situations. In the case of "free hugs," you can see a smiling cactus offering hugs to whoever wants it.

Obama is a cactus

This is another meme that became famous because it is accompanied by what seems like the following Google search: "Americans think Obama is a cactus." It appeared near the end of this president's face-to-face period.

Sad reality

In this meme, part of a label of a clothing item is presented, to later show it with a cactus. In this way, it emphasizes showing the sensation of it on the skin.

Disadvantages of being a cactus

In the universe of images about cacti, the illustration that shows two of these who meet and wish to greet each other emotionally also stands out. However, after giving each other a hug, both are sore.

Curiosities

-It is believed that the way in which both the meme and the dialogue that follows it is written has to do with the intention of giving it a funnier and even moving touch, since these cacti also have this almost tender image.

-The meme has been used in multiple contexts, it was even taken by the National Police of Peru as a tool to remember that the emergency telephone lines are for it and not for making jokes.

In fact, the image was part of an awareness campaign by the authorities, in order to reach especially the smallest of the house. After being published on Facebook, the image went viral to the point of having been shared more than a thousand times, and receiving the same amount of comments and reactions of all kinds.

-Facebook is one of the main platforms for sharing viral content, and in view of the popularity of Prickly Pear, fanpages have been made where Internet users can make use of the meme and stickers, so that they can personalize their situations and make them more own.

-There are other written variants. As mentioned above, “alo polisia” became popular on Twitter, accompanied by images of mermaids and police cars. Some Internet users have even placed the onomatopoeia "wiu wiu" to emphasize the sarcasm of the comment.

-It was taken into account as one of the most important memes in Mexico and in various parts of Latin America.

-Apparently, the term Prickly Pear also refers to the texture of the skin of the sexual organs.

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