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😛😛 Face with Stuck-Out Tongue EmojiUnicode: 1F61B

A playful face emoji.

Released in The 😛 emoji was added in Unicode 6.1 in 2012 and has been widely used since.

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Meaning and Interpretation

"The 😛 Face with Stuck-Out Tongue emoji is a playful and cheeky way to convey silliness, teasing, or lighthearted humor. It's often used in a context where you're making a joke or acting goofy, often with friends or in casual conversation."

Symbolism

Playfulness: The tongue-out face evokes a sense of childlike fun and goofiness.
Teasing: Often used when playfully taunting someone or making a good-natured joke.
Casual Fun: This emoji conveys an informal tone, often in relaxed settings, and is used to not be taken too seriously.

Common Usage Scenarios

When you want to indicate you're joking or teasing someone in a fun, non-serious way.
To lighten up a conversation, especially one that's becoming too serious.
To pair with funny or sarcastic comments to show there's no ill intention behind them.

Usage Examples in Conversation

I can't believe you beat me in Mario Kart again 😛

You're just jealous of my amazing dance skills 😛

Okay, fine… you win! But just this once 😛

I'm always right, and don't even try to deny it 😛

You call that spicy? That was baby food! 😛

Usage Guidelines and Etiquette

Use 😛 in casual, light-hearted conversations among friends; it's not appropriate for formal scenarios.
Avoid using this emoji to tone down serious or sensitive messages, as it might seem dismissive or disrespectful.
Limited use in professional settings: It can be perceived as unprofessional in workplaces unless the environment is very relaxed.