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Speak No Evil Monkey Emoji
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Emoji Overview
Unicode Code Point | U+1F64A 1F64A |
Emoji Name | speak no evil monkey |
Unicode Version Date Added for Emoji | 0.6Initial release |
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Keywords | monkeyspeak no evilmouthquietsecret |
đ Meaning and Explanation
The đ emoji features a monkey covering its mouth with its hands. It is one of the three wise monkeys, representing the proverb "see no evil, hear no evil, speak no evil." This particular monkey embodies the "speak no evil" aspect.
It is commonly used to convey silence, discretion, or refusal to speak about something. It can also express embarrassment, shock, or a sense of keeping a secret.
The emoji's playful nature makes it suitable for lighthearted contexts, but its core meaning revolves around holding back words.
đ How to Use
This emoji is frequently used to express:
- Secrecy or Discretion: When you want to indicate that you're keeping quiet about something or can't reveal information.
- Embarrassment or Awkwardness: To show that you're speechless or embarrassed by a situation.
- Shock or Surprise: When something is so surprising that it leaves you without words.
- Refusal to Comment: To politely decline to give an opinion or speak on a sensitive topic.
đ Cultural Background
| Region | Common Meaning | Additional Notes or Misunderstandings |
|---|---|---|
| Global | Silence, secrecy, embarrassment | Widely recognized due to the "three wise monkeys" proverb. |
| Western Cultures | Keeping quiet, discretion, "oops" moment | Often used in a playful or self-deprecating way. |
| Asian Cultures | Adherence to the "speak no evil" principle | More directly linked to the philosophical meaning of the proverb. |
| Social Media/Informal | "I can't even," "no comment," "my bad" | Can be used humorously to express a range of speechless reactions. |