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😚😚 Kissing Face with Closed Eyes EmojiUnicode: 1F61A

A face blowing a gentle kiss with eyes closed.

Released in The 😚 emoji was introduced in Unicode 6.0 in 2010 as part of the Emoji 1.0 set, becoming widely available on most platforms to represent tender expressions.

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Meaning and Interpretation

The 😚 emoji, known as 'Kissing Face with Closed Eyes', depicts a smiling face with puckered lips as if blowing a kiss and eyelids fully shut. It conveys a sense of warmth, romance, and emotional closeness, often used to express love, gratitude, or a affectionate farewell. This emoji suggests a soft, intimate gesture that can make messages feel more personal and heartfelt, like sending a virtual kiss to someone special without being overly intense.

Symbolism

Romantic affection, representing a gentle kiss in relationships.
Emotional closeness, symbolizing trust and intimacy with loved ones.
Gratitude and warmth, often used to show appreciation in a caring way.

Common Usage Scenarios

In romantic text conversations to express love or say goodnight.
When sending messages to family or friends to show affection.
In farewells or thank-you notes to add a tender, emotional touch.

Usage Examples in Conversation

Goodnight, I can't wait to see you tomorrow! 😚

Thanks for always being there for me, love you! 😚

Missing your hugs right now, sending a kiss your way 😚

That was so sweet of you to say that! 😚

Have a great day, babe. Think of me! 😚

Usage Guidelines and Etiquette

Use it in appropriate contexts to avoid making platonic conversations awkward.
Combine with other emojis like hearts for emphasis, but don't overdo it.
Be mindful of cultural differences, as kissing emojis can vary in interpretation.