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🤐🤐 Zipper-Mouth Face EmojiUnicode: 1F910

Represents silence or keeping a secret.

Released in This emoji was approved as part of Unicode 8.0 in 2015 and was added to Emoji 1.0 later that year.

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Meaning and Interpretation

"The 🤐 Zipper-Mouth Face emoji typically represents silence, keeping a secret, or being instructed not to talk. It's often used to imply that one won't speak further on a matter, emphasizing discretion or confidentiality."

Symbolism

Secrecy: Keeping information confidential or 'zipping it'.
Silence: Being quiet or preventing oneself from speaking.
Restraint: Showing control and not saying something even if tempted.

Common Usage Scenarios

When someone asks you to keep something secret or confidential.
When you need to remind others to stay quiet in a private or sensitive situation.
When you refrain from commenting in a conversation, especially to avoid conflict.

Usage Examples in Conversation

“I can’t say anything more about this project 🤐, it’s top secret!”

“You didn't hear this from me... 🤐.”

“I was going to say something, but I'll just keep quiet 🤐.”

“I wish I could tell you, but my lips are sealed 🤐.”

“Let’s keep this between us 🤐, agreed?”

Usage Guidelines and Etiquette

The 🤐 emoji is often used humorously to indicate that you are refraining from speaking, either to protect confidential information or to avoid saying something inappropriate.
Avoid using it in serious situations where miscommunication or lack of information could cause harm.
Don't overuse it in professional contexts; while it can indicate discretion or confidentiality, it's best to communicate expectations clearly in formal settings.