Shows excitement, admiration, or being dazzled by someone or something amazing. It’s that “wow” feeling when you’re impressed, surprised, or can’t hide your enthusiasm.
Your favorite artist just liked your post on Instagram.
Omg they actually saw my post 🤩 I can’t breathe right now!
Can also express general excitement or admiration — not just for celebrities, but for anything that feels amazing or exceeds expectations.
In work chats, 🤩 can come off as overly informal; consider 🎉 or 👏 when celebrating someone’s achievement.
In Japanese chats, 🤩 isn’t as common for showing admiration — people often use ✨ or 😍 instead to express excitement or awe. 🤩 can feel a bit exaggerated or cartoonish, so it’s more likely to appear in fan art captions or influencer posts than in everyday messages.
See what they share and how they differ to choose the right one.
Both have wide eyes and an ecstatic expression. 🤩 conveys awe and dazzlement, the stunned wow of being impressed. 😍 radiates affectionate adoration and warm delight, a gaze softened by love rather than shocked amazement. The tone of 😍 is intimate and embracing, its hearts replace starry dazzle with tender infatuation. Emotionally it feels more personal and fond, focused on affection and deep liking instead of sheer spectacle. The two share high energy and positive intensity, yet 😍 leans into romance and warmth where 🤩 centers on surprise and awe.
You might send 🤩 when you’re reacting to a stunning reveal, an impressive accomplishment, or a breathtaking moment to show you’re dazzled. Use 😍 when you want to express genuine affection or adoration for someone, something you love, or an adorable or stylish item, to show warm, ongoing enthusiasm.
Related emojis that share similar meanings or usage.
