Used when you’re unsure, unimpressed, or politely skeptical. It’s the “hmm…” face—somewhere between “okay, but not really” and “I don’t buy it.”
Your friend says they’re dating someone who still lives with their ex.
That sounds… complicated 🫤
🫤
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- E14.0
face with diagonal mouth
Definitions & examples
Sometimes shows polite frustration or quiet disapproval—like when something feels off but not worth arguing about.
In Japanese texts, 🫤 can suggest embarrassment or social hesitation, similar to “えっと…” (“uhm…”) before giving an awkward answer. It’s less about judging others and more about mild discomfort.
Because 🫤 is subtle, readers might miss your tone; if you truly feel annoyed, 😒 or 😕 may be clearer.
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Differences between 🫤 (face with diagonal mouth) and 😕 (confused face)
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Both 🫤 face with diagonal mouth and 😕 confused face convey subtle negative reactions and low-intensity displeasure, often used to signal that something isn’t quite right without escalating to anger or outrage; both can soften criticism or express mild hesitation in casual conversation. The differences lie in nuance and context: 🫤 face with diagonal mouth reads as skeptical, unimpressed, or politely dubious—it’s the wry “hmm… I’m not convinced” reaction suited to situations where you want to question tone, intent, or credibility without sounding harsh—whereas 😕 confused face communicates genuine puzzlement or mild bewilderment, the “huh?” response for when information is unclear, conflicting, or fails to add up; use 😕 when you want to signal that you don’t understand or are mentally sorting something out, and use 🫤 when you want to signal reserved doubt or low-key dismissal while remaining civil.
Usage
If you’re reacting to a statement that feels dubious or you want to express polite skepticism, use 🫤. If you’re reacting to unclear information, contradictions, or genuine puzzlement, use 😕.
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