Online, Gumgum has circulated mainly as a short soundboard and meme clip, passed between creators who use it for quick, low-effort humour rather than as part of a longer scene. Its appeal lies in its simplicity: the name itself is easy to remember, repeat and search for, so it travels well in comments, edits and reaction videos. Because it does not rely on a specific reference or inside joke, new viewers can enjoy it immediately, which helps it keep appearing in fresh edits long after it first started circulating.