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All Emoji meanings for easier conversations

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Emojis, those colourful little characters that have infiltrated texts, emails, and social media posts, are more than just visual punctuation. They can convey various emotions, ideas, and tones, adding depth and meaning to your communication. But with hundreds of emojis, how do you know what they all mean?

This article lists various emoji types and helps you decode the meanings behind these tiny, expressive symbols.

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Emoji Faces

Emoji SymbolEmoji NameMeaning
😠Mad emojiConveys anger and aggression
😤Snorting smoke faceExpression of triumph
😲Astonished faceReflects a look of astonishment
🤗Hug emojiIndicates offering a hug
🤣Rolling on the floor laughing (ROFL)Signifies hysterical laughter
🤩Starstruck faceRepresents finding someone fascinating, interesting, or exciting
😶Face without mouthPortrays humility or speechlessness
🙄Eye roll emojiIndicates disdain, frustration, or boredom
🧐Face with monocleSignifies smug intelligence (aka smarty-pants)
💀SkullRepresents a figurative death or dying from laughter or affection
😭Sob emojiConveys intense grief or intense laughter, pride, or joy
😬Grimacing faceReflects nervousness or awkwardness
😷Face with medical maskIndicates wearing a mask to avoid airborne diseases like Covid
🥴Woozy facePortrays intoxication or infatuation
😣Persevering faceReflects sadness, frustration, and helplessness
😞Disappointed faceIndicates disappointment or regret
🤑Money mouth faceRepresents making money or feeling rich
🤓Nerd facePortrays a nerdy or bookish person/situation
🤡Clown emojiRepresents a foolish or naive person, often used for self-deprecating jokes
🐷Pig EmojiRelated to rural life, the cuteness of pigs or a piggy bank
💁‍♀️Information desk womenOffers assistance, answers, or guidance
🙇Bowing personPortrays bowing as a sign of respect
🙆🏼‍♀️Arms raised over head womenIndicates gesturing OK
🙋Person raising handReflects a person having a question or wanting to be included
🙅‍♀️Woman gesturing noIndicates the “X” sign for “no” or “no deal”
🧚FairyRepresents a fairy or feeling light and happy
👽AlienIndicates a weird or strange person
🫡Salute emojiSignifies respect, loyalty, or honour
😮Shocked emojiConveys shock, surprise, or disbelief
🤔Thinking emojiIndicates pondering or being doubtful
😘Kissing face with heartRepresents sending or asking for a kiss, sending love
😂Laughing crying emojiSignifies laughter and humor
🥰Blushing smiley face with heartsPortrays being loved or showing affection
😊Blushing face with smiling eyesIndicates being thankful or happy
😍Heart-shaped eyes faceReflects being in love or impressed
🥺Sad pleading faceIndicates being upset, pleading, or embarrassed
🙄Rolling eyes faceReflects being annoyed, bored, or sarcastic
🙂Slightly happy faceIndicates being happy or sarcastic
😆XD faceReflects lighthearted sarcasm, happiness, or excitement
🥳Party hat face with a noisemakerIndicates celebrating, partying, or being happy
😎Sunglasses emojiPortrays chilling, being relaxed, or cool
😑Expressionless faceIndicates being annoyed, aggravated, indifferent, or bored
☹️Frowning faceRepresents being deeply disappointed, upset, worried, or sad
😚Kissing with closed eyes, faceIndicates asking for a kiss or giving a kiss
😇Angelic face with haloPortrays innocence, purity, or being angelic
😒Side-eye emoji or unamused faceIndicates being aggravated, doubtful, or unamused
🌞Sun emoji with faceReflects being natural, joyful, or radiant
😐Neutral faceIndicates being indifferent or annoyed
🙋Person raising their handPortrays getting attention, asking something, or waving
🤭Smiling face with hand covering mouthRepresents being secretive, gossiping, or gleeful
😴Sleepy faceIndicates being bored, tired, or asleep
😱Fearful screaming faceIndicates being surprised, shocked, stunned, or afraid
😨Scared emojiReflects fear or surprise
🙃Upside down smiling facePortrays being sarcastically happy or silly
🤩Starry-eyed smiling faceIndicates being impressed or amazed
😌Relieved faceRepresents being calm, relaxed, or happy
😀Smile emojiIndicates being very happy
😄Smiling face with happy eyesReflects being pleased or happy
🙈See no evil monkeyIndicates not looking, covering one’s eyes, or cringing
😡Red angry faceReflects pouting or anger
😃Smiling face with a big grinIndicates being very happy
😩Weary facePortrays being agonised, upset, or tired
😢Tearful faceRepresents being sad, sorrowful, remorseful, or crying
😏Smirking faceIndicates being sly or mischievous
😋Grin with tongue out faceReflects being playful, naughty, or enjoying something like food
👀Eyes emoji looking leftIndicates looking at something, being flirty, or sneaky
💪Flexing armRepresents being boastful, flirty, or strong
🤷Shrugging personPortrays shrugging or being doubtful
🤦FacepalmIndicates being annoyed or frustrated
😔Pensive faceReflects being sad, upset, or sorrowful
🐱Cat faceIndicates being silly or cute alternatives to traditional smileys

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Symbols and gestures

Emoji SymbolEmoji NameMeaning
🖖Vulcan saluteSending good wishes like “live long and prosper”
🖐️Hand with fingers splayedThe number 5
👌OK handSignifies “okay” or “fine,” but may be offensive in some cultures
🤟Love-you gestureRepresents “I love you” in American Sign Language (ASL)
🤘Sign of the hornsSlang for “rock on,” but with varying interpretations
🤙Call-me handUsed to request someone to call you
🤲Open handsGesture for praying or “open book” in ASL
💅Nail polishAttitude of nonchalance or indifference
🙏Folded handsExpression of gratitude or a request
Hollow red circleSignifies correctness/right (Japanese style)
🔰Multicolored chevronIndicates something new
💓Beating/vibrating heartRepresents a beating heart
💫Comet starConveys feeling starstruck or dizzy
❤️‍🩹Mending heartSymbolises healing or empathy
💯100 emojiIndicates complete agreement or 100%
Red heartRepresents romance or love
Green check mark emojiSymbolises verification, task completion, or approval
👍Thumbs upSignifies approval
🖤Black heartAssociated with gambling, sorrow, or love
👈Index finger pointing leftIndicates direction to the left
💥ExplosionRepresents something explosive or surprising
🔫Gun emojiUsed in lighthearted jokes between friends
💚Green heartSymbolises friendship or love
✌️Peace handGesture for victory or peace
🎶Music notesIndicates listening to, playing, or performing music
💔Broken heartRepresents sadness, feeling crushed or disappointed
👇Index finger pointing downIndicates direction downward
💋Lipstick markConveys flirtation, romance, or seduction
❣️Red heart exclamationRepresents extreme love
🙌Two hands raised highIndicates happiness or celebration
🤞Fingers crossed emojiSymbolises good luck
💙Blue heartRepresents romance or friendship
💛Yellow heartSymbolises friendship
💞Revolving heartsRepresents two hearts united, a romantic whirlwind
💗Pink growing heartsIndicates increasing passion or love
👉Index finger pointing rightIndicates direction to the right
💖Sparkling pink heart emojiConveys romance, often for special occasions
Twinkles or sparklesRepresents something appealing, pretty, celebrating, or positive
💜Purple heartSymbolises romance or friendship
🤎Brown heartRepresents love and connection, solidarity with the Black Lives Matter movement
🤍White heartSymbolises love, support, positivity, and admiration for white things

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Object emojis

Emoji SymbolEmoji NameMeaning
🔒PadlockSymbolises security and safety
🧢Billed capSlang term for “lie,” as in “no cap”
💍RingRepresents marriage or a proposal
🪔Diya lampSignifies light, hope, and positivity
📿Prayer beadsRefers to religious jewellery and spirituality
📖Open bookIndicates interest in reading or writing; symbolises knowledge
💸Money emoji with wingsReflects the concept of gaining or losing large sums of money
⚖️Balance scaleRepresents justice, fairness, or the Libra zodiac sign
💌Love letterSymbolises affection, romantic communication, or a heartfelt message
💣BombFiguratively represents explosive situations or intense attraction
💡Light bulbSymbolises a bright idea or innovation
🧿Nazar amuletRepresents protection against the evil eye or negative energy
🎐WindchimeDepicts wind chimes, often mistakenly used for jellyfish
🏳️‍⚧️Trans flag emojiSignifies support for the transgender community and trans pride
🎁Wrapped presentRepresents holidays, birthdays, anniversaries, or gifts for any occasion
👑Gold crownSymbolises success, excellence, or royalty
💩PoopConveys humour, amusement, or silliness
💰Money bagRepresents wealth, getting paid, or financial transactions
☀️Sun emojiSignifies sunny weather or positivity
🎊Open confetti ballRepresents celebration, partying, or congratulations
🌸Sakura or cherry blossomSymbolises spring, beauty, or love
💐BouquetRepresents spring, appreciation, or love
🎈Red balloonSymbolises parties, celebrations, or festive occasions
🌹Red roseRepresents flowers, romance, or love
🎂Birthday cakeSignifies celebration, happiness, or special occasions
🎉Party popperRepresents celebration, parties, or congratulations

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Emojis used for double-meaning

Emoji SymbolEmoji NameSlang Meanings
🥵Hot faceSignifying finding someone sexually attractive
👻GhostIndicates being ghosted or ignored by someone you’re dating/messaging
🐍SnakeRepresents betrayal or backstabbing by a person
🌶️Hot pepperSuggests inappropriate or risky content
🐐GOATDenotes someone or something as the greatest of all time
🍵TeacupRepresents tea or the latest gossip
🎣Fishing poleIndicates fishing for attention, compliments, etc.
👏Clapping handsMay convey a passive-aggressive or sarcastic tone when used between words
😉Winking faceSuggestive of flirtation or jest
💯100 emoji with red underlineSignifies approval or keeping it 100%
🔥FireRepresents something hot, either literally or figuratively
👿Angry devil emojiIndicates malevolence, mischief, or frustration
😈Smiling purple devilSuggests flirtation or naughtiness
👩‍🍳Chefs kiss emojiIndicates satisfaction
🤤Drooling faceSuggests longing or desire

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Less frequently used emojis

Emoji SymbolEmoji NameMeaning
💢Anger symbolRepresents anger (inspired by Manga)
⚜️Fleur-de-lisSymbolises pride in French heritage
💠Diamond with a dotSignifies something cute (in Japanese culture)
📛Name badgeResembles name tags used by children in Japan
🈹Japanese “discount” buttonIndicates reduced prices or sale (in Japanese context)
🗿Moai emojiDepicts figures on Easter Island, often conveying a deadpan or stoic expression
🎴Flower playing cardsRepresents a type of playing card from Japan featuring floral designs
🚱Non-potable waterIndicates water that is not suitable for drinking purposes
SparklesConveys beauty, gratitude, and love; used for added emphasis or sarcasm

It’s important to note that the significance of these emojis can vary depending on cultural context, personal interpretation, and the specific conversation in which they’re used. Emojis are a dynamic and evolving form of communication, constantly shaped by the creativity and ingenuity of their users. So, the next time you send or receive an emoji, take a moment to consider its context and the message it’s conveying.

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Akash Singh

Akash Singh

Akash is a law graduate who likes to go for bike rides on the weekends soul-searching for answers to his many existential questions. You can contact him here: singhakash95@pm.me

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