Use the 🤭 emoji in situations where you find something funny but are trying to be discreet. It's also perfect for moments when you've made a lighthearted mistake or are talking about something you shouldn't be.

• To show suppressed laughter: "He almost fell asleep in the meeting 🤭"
• To indicate a slip of the tongue: "I probably shouldn't have said that 🤭"
• To hint at gossip: "Did you hear what happened? 🤭"

The 🤭 emoji is generally understood across different cultures as a gesture of quiet laughter or a playful "oops."

While the specific reasons for using it might vary, the core meaning of suppressed speech or amusement remains consistent. In some contexts, it can be seen as a polite way to cover one's mouth when laughing, a practice common in many cultures.