âēī¸
Smiling Face Emoji
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Emoji Overview
Unicode Code Point | U+263A U+FE0F 263A-FE0F |
Emoji Name | smiling face |
Unicode Version Date Added for Emoji | 0.6Initial release |
Category | |
Keywords | smilehappypleasant |
âēī¸ Meaning and Explanation
The âēī¸ emoji shows a simple, gentle smiling face, often with rosy cheeks. It conveys a feeling of shyness, modesty, or mild happiness.
This emoji is softer and more reserved than the broadly smiling đ (Smiling Face with Smiling Eyes). It can be used to express quiet pleasure, bashfulness, or a polite and friendly tone.
âēī¸ How to Use
This emoji is great for:
- Expressing Shy Happiness: When you are pleased but also a little bashful.
- Receiving a Compliment: A modest way to accept praise.
- Being Polite and Friendly: To add a gentle and kind tone to a message.
- Showing Affection: A sweet and subtle way to show you care.
âēī¸ Cultural Background
| Region | Common Meaning | Additional Notes or Misunderstandings |
|---|---|---|
| Global | Shy, pleased, modest, gentle happiness | Generally understood as a soft and positive expression. |
| East Asian Cultures | Politeness, humility, bashfulness | The blushing cheeks are often associated with modesty and shyness. |
| Western Cultures | Can sometimes be seen as slightly smug or self-satisfied, but the primary meaning is positive. |