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๐คซ๐คซ Shushing Face Emoji EmojiUnicode: 1F92B
The shh or quiet emoji.
Released in First introduced by Unicode 10.0 in 2017 and added to Emoji 5.0.
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Meaning and Interpretation
"The ๐คซ Shushing Face emoji depicts a face with an index finger placed over a closed mouth, representing someone asking for silence or signaling to keep a secret. It's widely used to tell others to be quiet or hush up in casual, formal, or humorous contexts."
Symbolism
- Seeking quiet or silence from someone.
- Signifying a secret or confidential information.
- Suggesting that someone should be discreet or hushed about a topic.
Common Usage Scenarios
- In a text group where too much chatter is happening, and you want others to calm down without being harsh.
- When you need to remind someone to keep something a secret or confidential information discrete.
- Used comedically when someone says something they shouldn't have, and needs to 'quiet down.'
Usage Examples in Conversation
๐คซ Everyone, please keep it down, I'm trying to study!
Make sure you don't tell anyone about this surprise party! ๐คซ
Hey, ๐คซ We werenโt supposed to mention that! Haha.
๐คซ Please keep your voice low, the baby is sleeping...
We talked about the new project, but ๐คซ it's still in its initial phase, so don't tell anyone yet.
Usage Guidelines and Etiquette
- Avoid using the ๐คซ emoji in situations where a more serious or direct request for quiet is required, as it may come across as too casual or playful.
- Be mindful of using this emoji in professional settings where subtle humor or playful expressions may not be appropriate.
- Overuse of the ๐คซ emoji might dilute its intended effect; reserve it for moments when keeping information low-key or quiet is essential.
Related Emojis
Speak-No-Evil Monkey
Often used to convey someone's avoidance of saying something or revealing a secret.
Slightly Frowning Face
Represents mild discontent or concern, sometimes paired with ๐คซ to suggest a negative situation requiring quiet.
Smirking Face
Can be used alongside ๐คซ to add a sense of mischievousness or playfulness to a secret.
Face with Hand Over Mouth
Often represents surprise, shock, or trying to withhold something (like a secret).