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๐Ÿ˜ฟ๐Ÿ˜ฟ Crying Cat Face EmojiUnicode: 1F63F

Sad cat with a teardrop.

Released in The ๐Ÿ˜ฟ Crying Cat Face emoji was introduced in 2010 as a part of Unicode 6.0 and is a variant of the human crying face, adding a feline twist.

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Meaning and Interpretation

"The ๐Ÿ˜ฟ Crying Cat Face emoji represents sadness, sorrow, or grief, often with a slightly humorous or lighthearted edge given its portrayal with a cute cat-like character. It's commonly used in moments of disappointment or when expressing emotions like heartache or regret."

Symbolism

  • Sadness: The tear dropping from the cat's eye clearly conveys feeling down, sorrowful, or in emotional pain.
  • Helplessness: Cats are often symbols of independence, so a crying cat may symbolize feeling overwhelmed or having a difficult time coping.
  • Comfort through Humor: Using a cat to express sadness can lessen the heaviness of the emotion and add a slightly more lighthearted tone to the conversation.

Common Usage Scenarios

  • When you feel sad, lonely, or emotionally hurt.
  • To express disappointment or when something doesnโ€™t go as planned.
  • Sharing a funny yet touching story while indicating a feeling of bittersweetness.

Usage Examples in Conversation

I missed my flight again... ๐Ÿ˜ฟ Now I have to wait 6 hours for the next one.
We were so close to winning that game, but we lost in the final minute ๐Ÿ˜ฟ.
My favorite show just got canceled ๐Ÿ˜ฟ What am I going to watch now?!
I accidently dropped my ice cream ๐Ÿ˜ฟ and it was my last one!
Iโ€™m so lonely without my cat here ๐Ÿ˜ฟ, canโ€™t wait to see her again.

Usage Guidelines and Etiquette

  • The ๐Ÿ˜ฟ Crying Cat Face emoji is generally suitable for casual, lighthearted use even when discussing sadness. It's not typically used in highly serious or deeply tragic situations.
  • Although it expresses negative emotions, the use of a cat can make the tone playful or soft, so keep that in mind when communicating with others.
  • Avoid overusing it constantly in casual chats as it might seem like you're overly dramatic or trying to make light of genuinely sad news.

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Loudly Crying Face

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A simpler version of sadness without the feline character.

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