Used when you’re literally overheated — or figuratively when something (or someone) is insanely hot. It mixes exhaustion, intensity, and desire in one sweaty emoji.
You see your crush post a gym selfie on Instagram.
excuse me??? why are you allowed to look like that 🥵
🥵 can show both physical heat (like summer weather) and figurative heat — being flustered, embarrassed, or turned on. It’s playful, but context matters a lot.
In Japanese chats, 🥵 usually stays literal — expressing “暑い〜🥵” (“It’s so hot!”) or “運動で汗だく〜🥵” (“I’m drenched from exercise!”). It rarely carries a sensual tone unless the context makes it obvious.
🥵 toward a person can sound overly thirsty or sexual. When in doubt, stick to talking about the weather, not your crush.
See what they share and how they differ to choose the right one.
Both show flushed faces and discomfort. 🥵 conveys overheating and intense heat, a mix of exhaustion and desire. 🤒 carries a quieter, unwell tone, suggesting feverish malaise rather than heat-driven intensity. The face with thermometer appears subdued, more about ailment and low energy than the sweaty, breathless vibe of 🥵. It implies being off, drained, and slow, rather than flustered and overwhelmed by heat.
You might send 🥵 when you’re literally overheated after exercise, reacting to something or someone very attractive, or playfully dramatizing exertion. You might send 🤒 when you’re actually sick, feeling rundown, or want others to know you need rest or emotional care.
Related emojis that share similar meanings or usage.
