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👺Goblin EmojiUnicode: 1F47A

A mischievous goblin creature.

Released in The goblin emoji 👺 was introduced in Unicode 6.0 in 2010 as part of the Japanese emoji set, drawing from traditional folklore.

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Meaning and Interpretation

The 👺 emoji, commonly known as the Goblin, represents a small, playful yet mischievous creature from Japanese folklore, often associated with yokai spirits. It symbolizes trickery, supernatural elements, and a hint of danger, making it perfect for expressing naughtiness, fun scares, or light-hearted evil in digital conversations. This emoji can also evoke themes of fantasy, adventure, or Halloween vibes, and is frequently used to personify someone acting sly or unpredictable.

Symbolism

  • Mischief and trickery, representing playful deception.
  • Supernatural beings from folklore, like Japanese yokai.
  • Playful danger, blending fun with a subtle threat.

Common Usage Scenarios

  • In fantasy or horror discussions about mythical creatures.
  • To express playful naughtiness or pranks in casual chats.
  • During Halloween or spooky-themed events and stories.

Usage Examples in Conversation

Watch out, I think a 👺 just hid my phone again!
I'm in a super 👺 mood today, let's plan some fun tricks.
That video game is full of 👺 characters causing chaos.
Don't act like a 👺 and spoil the surprise party!
I saw a 👺 in that old folktale book – so creepy!

Usage Guidelines and Etiquette

  • Use it sparingly in professional settings to avoid seeming unprofessional.
  • Consider cultural context, as it may be seen as negative or frightening.
  • Combine with positive emojis to clarify if you mean it playfully.

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