😓
Downcast Face with Sweat Emoji
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Emoji Overview
Unicode Code Point | U+1F613 1F613 |
Emoji Name | downcast face with sweat |
Unicode Version Date Added for Emoji | 0.6Initial release |
Category | |
Keywords | downcast face with sweatstressedtiredworriedembarrassed |
😓 Meaning and Explanation
The 😓 emoji is called the "downcast face with sweat" and represents feelings such as nervousness, discomfort, or mild embarrassment.
It shows a face looking downward with a large bead of sweat on one side, combined with eyebrows and a mouth that suggest worry or tiredness. It can indicate both physical and emotional states.
While it can be used to show physical heat or exertion, it is more commonly used to convey a mental or emotional reaction.
😓 How to Use
😓 is often used in chats and social media in situations like:
- Nervousness or anxiety
For example, before a presentation or a test. - Awkwardness
After making a small mistake or receiving an unexpected comment. - Tiredness or fatigue
At the end of a long workday or after intense exercise. - Mild embarrassment
To soften the impact of admitting a small fault.
Using this emoji can make the tone of a message more expressive and relatable.
😓 Cultural Background
| Region | Common meaning | Additional nuance / notes |
|---|---|---|
| 🇯🇵 Japan | Nervous sweat, awkwardness, tension | Similar to expressions used in manga/anime |
| 🇺🇸 North America / Western Europe | Nervous sweat, sigh of relief | More often seen as a psychological reaction than physical heat |
| 🇰🇷 Korea | Embarrassment, awkwardness | Common in internet slang and casual chats |
| 🌏 Other Asia | Confusion, fatigue, tension | Interpretation depends heavily on context |
Common misunderstandings with 😓
- Misread as heat or temperature-related
In many places, it is interpreted as an emotional reaction rather than a physical one. - Too casual for serious matters
May come across as lighthearted in situations that require a more serious tone.