😦

frowning face with open mouth

A face with open mouth and cold sweat, showing anxiety or nervousness.

Basic Information

Tags

caught face frown frowning guard mouth open scared scary surprise what wow

Platform Meaning

  • Apple On Apple platforms, this emoji represents a mix of nervousness and mild horror, often used to show discomfort.
  • Google On Google platforms, this emoji conveys a sense of shock or panic, typically used in stressful situations.
  • Twitter On Twitter, this emoji is commonly used to express anxiety, embarrassment, or a sense of impending doom.
  • Unicode Unicode officially describes this emoji as 'Face with Open Mouth and Cold Sweat', representing nervousness or panic.

Detailed Introduction

The 😦 emoji, known as 'Face with Open Mouth and Cold Sweat', is used to express feelings of nervousness, anxiety, or mild horror. The expression on the face suggests that something unexpected or unpleasant has occurred, and the person is caught off guard. This emoji is commonly used in situations where someone feels embarrassed, stressed, or slightly panicked. For example, it might be sent after a mistake has been made, during a tense moment, or when someone is dreading an upcoming event. Its subtle yet expressive design makes it a popular choice for conveying mild distress without being overly dramatic. It is often used in casual conversations to show that the sender is feeling uneasy or concerned about a situation.

Data Source

Based on Unicode Emoji Charts.

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