Represents an actual hole, but online it’s mostly metaphorical—used for “disappearing,” “wanting to hide,” or falling into a deep emotional or mental space (like “the void”).
You just said something embarrassing in a group chat.
brb gonna crawl into a hole now 🕳️
Often used humorously for awkward moments, shame, or social anxiety (“I reread my old tweets… 🕳️”). It can also show falling into a spiral—of thoughts, fandoms, or emotions (“fell into a new obsession 🕳️🐇”).
In Japanese chats, 🕳️ is tied to the expression “穴があったら入りたい” (“I wish I could crawl into a hole”)—a classic phrase for embarrassment. It can be used sincerely or playfully, depending on tone.
Because it’s often linked to self-deprecating humor or emotional collapse, 🕳️ may look overly dark in professional or formal chats. Add a light emoji (😂 or 🙈) if you mean it jokingly.
Related emojis that share similar meanings or usage.
