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🤭Face with Hand Over Mouth EmojiUnicode: 1F92D
A face covering mouth in surprise.
Released in Introduced in Unicode 14.0 in 2021, this emoji has become popular for expressing subtle emotions in digital conversations.
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Meaning and Interpretation
The 🤭 emoji, known as 'Face with Hand Over Mouth,' depicts a face with a hand covering the mouth, often symbolizing a moment of realization, surprise, or the urge to suppress a reaction. It conveys emotions like shock at something unexpected, embarrassment from a social faux pas, or the playful indication of a secret or gossip. In online chats and social media, it's used to add nuance to text, making interactions feel more human and expressive, as if the user is physically reacting to the conversation.
Symbolism
- Surprise and shock, as if reacting to unexpected news or events.
- Embarrassment and awkwardness, indicating discomfort or a slip-up.
- Gossip or secrecy, suggesting something confidential or whispered.
Common Usage Scenarios
- Reacting to surprising news in casual text conversations or social media posts.
- Expressing second-hand embarrassment while watching videos or sharing stories.
- Indicating a secret or whisper in group chats or storytelling contexts.
Usage Examples in Conversation
Oh my gosh, I just tripped in front of everyone 🤭
Did you see that plot twist in the movie? 🤭 It's insane!
I accidentally sent the wrong message 🤭, please ignore it!
That joke was too funny, but I shouldn't laugh out loud 🤭
Shh, I have a secret to tell you 🤭, but not here!
Usage Guidelines and Etiquette
- Use it in light-hearted contexts to avoid misinterpretation in serious discussions.
- Be mindful of cultural differences, as hand gestures can vary in meaning globally.
- Don't overuse it in professional settings to maintain a formal tone.