🙉Hear-No-Evil Monkey EmojiUnicode: 1F649
A monkey covering its ears
Released in The 🙉 emoji was introduced in Unicode 6.0 in 2010 as part of the monkey series, becoming widely available on mobile and web platforms shortly after to represent playful avoidance.
Meaning and Interpretation
The 🙉 emoji, commonly known as the Hear-No-Evil Monkey, features a cute monkey with its hands clamped over its ears. It is often used to convey a sense of deliberate ignorance or refusal to listen to something unpleasant, embarrassing, or unwanted. Originating from the 'see no evil, hear no evil, speak no evil' proverb, this emoji adds a humorous or light-hearted twist to situations where someone wants to pretend they didn't hear gossip, bad news, or criticism. It's popular in casual digital communication for expressing denial, avoidance, or even childlike playfulness, while emphasizing that the user is opting out of the conversation in a fun way.
Symbolism
- Ignoring or blocking out unwanted information, like gossip or criticism.
- Playful denial of hearing something, symbolizing avoidance in a humorous manner.
- Representing childlike innocence or embarrassment when confronted with awkward truths.
Common Usage Scenarios
- In casual chats about avoiding drama or gossip among friends.
- During online discussions where someone wants to humorously deny hearing advice or secrets.
- In social media posts reacting to surprising news or scandals in a light-hearted way.
Usage Examples in Conversation
Usage Guidelines and Etiquette
- Use it in playful or informal contexts to avoid misunderstandings, as it can come across as dismissive.
- Be cautious not to use it in serious conversations about disabilities, like hearing impairments, to prevent offense.
- Pair it with other emojis for clarity, such as 🙈 or 🙊, to enhance the intended humor without confusion.
Related Emojis
See-No-Evil Monkey
A monkey covering its eyes, symbolizing ignoring what you see, often used for avoiding visual embarrassment.
Speak-No-Evil Monkey
A monkey covering its mouth, representing keeping secrets or staying silent in funny situations.
Neutral Face
An expression of indifference, useful for showing lack of reaction similar to ignoring speech.
Flushed Face
Depicts embarrassment or surprise, often paired with 🙉 for awkward avoidance scenarios.