😙
Kissing Face With Smiling Eyes Emoji
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Emoji Overview
Unicode Code Point | U+1F619 1F619 |
Emoji Name | kissing face with smiling eyes |
Unicode Version Date Added for Emoji | 1.0August 2015 |
Category | |
Keywords | kissaffectionsmiling eyes |
😙 Meaning and Explanation
The 😙 emoji, or Kissing Face with Smiling Eyes, shows puckered lips with smiling eyes, signaling a cheerful kiss and playful affection.
Use it to express friendliness, lighthearted love, or warm appreciation without sounding overly romantic. Compared with 😚 (Kissing Face with Closed Eyes), which feels sweeter and more tender, 😙 leans more playful and upbeat. By contrast, 😗 (Kissing Face) is more neutral and often reads as whistling or playing innocent.
😙 How to Use
Common ways to use 😙:
- Send a cheerful kiss
Add a bright, friendly vibe to greetings or quick check-ins. - Playful affection
Show light, flirty warmth or friendly teasing without heavy romance. - Warm thanks or encouragement
Soften praise and gratitude with a positive, supportive tone.
Distinguishing from 😚 and 😗
- 😚: Sweeter and more tender; good for intimate affection or heartfelt thanks.
- 😙: Playful and cheerful; best for light, friendly affection.
- 😗: Neutral; often reads as whistling/playing innocent rather than romantic.
😙 Cultural Background
| Region | Common Meaning | Additional Notes or Misunderstandings |
|---|---|---|
| 🇯🇵 Japan | Cheerful kiss, friendly affection | Easy to use for upbeat warmth without being too sweet. |
| 🇺🇸 North America / Western Europe | Playful affection, light teasing | Common in casual chat; can read slightly flirty. |
| 🇪🇸 Southern Europe / Latin America | Warm, friendly kiss | Widely accepted as casual affection among close contacts. |
| 🌏 East & Southeast Asia | Friendly warmth, positive acknowledgement | Often used to keep tone bright and supportive. |
Misunderstandings and tips
- In formal or business contexts, 😙 may feel too intimate; skip it.
- For stronger affection, prefer 😚 or 😘 (Face Blowing a Kiss).