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😧Anguished Face EmojiUnicode: 1F627
A face showing distress and worry.
Released in The Anguished Face emoji was introduced in Unicode 6.0 in 2010 and is widely supported across platforms like iOS and Android.
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Meaning and Interpretation
The Anguished Face emoji, depicted as a face with raised eyebrows, wide eyes, and a downturned mouth, conveys intense feelings of anguish, distress, or anxiety. It is often used to express overwhelming emotional pain, such as worry about personal issues, fear of the unknown, or empathy towards others' suffering. This emoji captures a moment of inner turmoil, making it a powerful tool for communicating non-verbal cues in text-based interactions, where words alone might not fully capture the depth of one's emotions.
Symbolism
- Emotional distress, representing inner turmoil and unease
- Anxiety and worry, symbolizing fear or anticipation of negative outcomes
- Physical or mental pain, signifying agony or suffering in various contexts
Common Usage Scenarios
- Expressing personal anxiety during stressful situations like exams or job interviews
- Reacting to bad news, such as a failed plan or heartbreaking event
- Showing empathy in conversations about others' hardships or emotional struggles
Usage Examples in Conversation
Oh no, I just heard about the accident and I'm feeling so awful 😧
Waiting for the doctor's results is killing me 😧, I hate this uncertainty
That breakup story you shared really hit hard, I'm anguished for you 😧
I messed up the presentation at work today 😧, now I'm worried about my job
The news about the layoffs has me totally stressed out 😧, what am I going to do?
Usage Guidelines and Etiquette
- Use it sparingly to avoid overwhelming the conversation or coming across as overly dramatic
- Always provide context when using it in messages to ensure the recipient understands your intent
- Avoid using it in professional or formal communications, as it may undermine seriousness