Represents affection, flirtation, or playful romance. It’s the digital version of leaving a lipstick kiss—warm, teasing, and a little bold.
You’re saying goodnight to your partner after a long day.
Sleep tight 💋
kiss mark
💋kiss mark
Definitions & examples
- Groups
- Subgroups
- Unicode
- U+1F48B
- Variant status
- Fully-qualified
- Emoji version
- E0.6
Can also mean self-confidence or sass—used at the end of a cheeky comment (“don’t wait up for me 💋”). Sometimes appears in beauty or makeup posts as a literal kiss mark.
In Japanese chats, 💋 tends to read as more comedic or exaggerated flirtation than genuine romance—it’s something a friend might jokingly send after a compliment, closer to “mwah!” than a real kiss.
💋 can come off as too forward or flirty if sent out of context, especially in professional or casual friendships. If you just want to show affection without romantic tone, use ❤️ or 😘 instead.
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Differences between 💋 (kiss mark) and 😘 (face blowing a kiss)
Both are expressions of affection, one as a bold lip imprint. 💋 conveys a teasing, playful kiss. It reads as daring and cosmetic, confident and slightly provocative. 😘 feels softer and more personal, offering warmth and gratitude along with flirtation. It suggests closeness and gentle affection rather than bold showmanship. The face adds emotional nuance, making the message sound caring and tender. The kiss mark sends a dramatic, stylish signal, while the blowing kiss leans toward intimate, affectionate sentiment.
Usage
Use 💋 when you want to send a bold, flirtatious tease or playful romantic signal. Use 😘 when you want to convey warmth, gratitude, or a loving sign-off with someone close.
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😙
kissing face with smiling eyes
Used to send a sweet, gentle kiss — friendly or affectionate, not as flirty as 😘. It feels caring and soft, like a “goodnight” or “thanks, love ya” kind of vibe.
😘
face blowing a kiss
Expresses affection, gratitude, or playful love. It’s warm and flirty, often used between people who are close — like partners, crushes, or best friends — to show care or end a message on a loving note.
😗
kissing face
Shows a gentle, affectionate gesture — like sending a small kiss or expressing mild fondness. It feels soft and friendly, often used to show gratitude or warmth without being too romantic.
😚
kissing face with closed eyes
A warm, tender kiss — softer and more emotional than 😙. It often shows affection, gratitude, or love, like saying “thank you” or “I adore you.”