Used when you want to sound sad or guilty, but in a cute or dramatic way — like saying “I’m sorryyy 🥺” with cat vibes. It’s emotional but still playful, not serious grief.
You forgot to reply to your best friend’s text for two days.
I totally spaced out 😿 pls don’t hate meee
Often used in fandom or meme culture to exaggerate sadness, sometimes even for fake drama — “he didn’t text back 😿😭😿.”
In Japanese chats, cat emojis carry kawaii overtones; 😿 often conveys the feeling of a “little cat in self-reflection,” showing mild remorse or pitiful cuteness rather than real sadness.
Don’t use 😿 in serious contexts like condolences — it’ll feel tone-deaf or childish.
Related emojis that share similar meanings or usage.
