😦
Frowning Face with Open Mouth Emoji
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Emoji Overview
Unicode Code Point | U+1F626 1F626 |
Emoji Name | frowning face with open mouth |
Unicode Version Date Added for Emoji | 1.0August 2015 |
Category | |
Keywords | frowning face with open mouthsaddisappointedshockedupset |
😦 Meaning and Explanation
😦 depicts a yellow face with a frowning mouth and wide, open eyes. It conveys a strong sense of disappointment, sadness, shock, or distress.
This emoji is commonly used to express unhappiness, concern, or being taken aback by something negative. The open mouth suggests a gasp or a vocal expression of dismay.
It often appears in situations where one is reacting to bad news, an unfortunate event, or a surprising setback.
😦 How to Use
This emoji is commonly used to express negative emotions, particularly surprise mixed with sadness or disappointment.
- To show disappointment or sadness:
Use it when reacting to something that didn't go as planned or is upsetting. - To express shock or dismay:
When something unexpected and negative occurs. - To convey concern or worry:
When hearing bad news or facing a difficult situation. - To react to a surprising and unpleasant revelation:
"I can't believe that happened 😦"
😦 Cultural Background
| Region | Common Meaning | Additional Notes or Misunderstandings |
|---|---|---|
| 🌍 Global | Disappointment, shock, sadness, distress. | Widely understood as a negative emotional reaction. |
| 😦 Online/Social Media | Often used to express a strong, immediate reaction to unfortunate events or surprising information. | Can be used to convey empathy or shared dismay. |