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â˜šī¸Frowning Face EmojiUnicode: 2639 FE0F

A simple face with a frown, showing sadness.

Released in The frowning face emoji was introduced in Unicode 6.0 in 2010 as part of the Miscellaneous Symbols block, and it has been widely adopted in emoji keyboards across platforms like iOS and Android.

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Meaning and Interpretation

The frowning face emoji, â˜šī¸, is a straightforward representation of negative emotions, primarily sadness, disappointment, or general unhappiness. It features a yellow face with downturned eyebrows and a curved mouth forming a frown, making it easy to recognize in text-based conversations. This emoji is versatile and often used to convey mild distress without escalating to more intense emotions like anger or despair. It's popular in everyday digital interactions because it helps users express vulnerability or empathy in a subtle way, fostering connection through shared feelings of discontent.

Symbolism

  • Sadness and sorrow: Represents inner emotional pain or letdown in personal situations.
  • Disappointment in outcomes: Symbolizes unmet expectations, such as in work, relationships, or events.
  • General unhappiness: Stands for a low mood or dissatisfaction with life's circumstances.

Common Usage Scenarios

  • Expressing personal emotions in casual chats, like sharing a bad day with friends.
  • Reacting to disappointing news, such as canceled plans or poor results.
  • Showing empathy in conversations, like responding to someone's story of hardship.

Usage Examples in Conversation

I'm having such a rough week at work, everything's going wrong â˜šī¸.
That test was way harder than I expected, I didn't do well â˜šī¸.
Missed out on the concert tickets again â˜šī¸, feels like bad luck.
The weather is ruining our picnic plans â˜šī¸, what a bummer.
Just got some sad news from home â˜šī¸, I need a hug right now.

Usage Guidelines and Etiquette

  • Use it moderately to avoid making conversations overly negative or draining for others.
  • Pair it with context, like explaining your feelings, to prevent misunderstandings.
  • Avoid overusing in professional emails, as it might come across as unprofessional or emotional.

Related Emojis

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Crying Face

Used for more intense sadness with tears, ideal for deeper emotional distress.

😔

Pensive Face

Conveys thoughtful sadness or regret, similar but with a more reflective tone.

😞

Disappointed Face

Expresses frustration or letdown, often with a downturned mouth like â˜šī¸.

😟

Worried Face

Shows anxiety and concern, pairing well with â˜šī¸ for uneasy situations.

😕

Confused Face

Indicates confusion mixed with sadness, for uncertain disappointing moments.

🙁

Slightly Frowning Face

A milder version of â˜šī¸, for subtle expressions of unhappiness.

😩

Weary Face

Represents exhaustion and frustration, escalating from â˜šī¸'s sadness.

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Tired Face

Conveys overwhelm and fatigue, often linked to emotional downturns like â˜šī¸.

😤

Face with Steam From Nose

Shows anger or annoyance, which can stem from the disappointment in â˜šī¸.

😓

Downcast Face with Sweat

Illustrates disappointment with effort, similar to â˜šī¸ but with a sweaty element.