Smileys & Emotion
CLDR order 1 · 171 emojis · 187 variants.
Subgroups
Total 16 subgroups sorted by CLDR order.
face-smiling
CLDR #1 · Emoji count: 14
Fully-qualified
Version E0.6
1F601
beaming face with smiling eyes
😁 beaming face with smiling eyes, usually shown as a yellow face with squinting eyes and a wide grin. The beaming face with smiling eyes emoji is commonly used to express high energy, genuine happiness, or a sense of accomplishment. It can refer to a big grin, excitement about an upcoming event, or feeling proud and satisfied. Because the eyes are squinting, it gives a cheerful and enthusiastic feeling, often suggesting a more intense or heartfelt joy. In chats and captions, you can use it for an excited greeting, such as “I am so happy to see you today 😁!” For a proud achievement, you could write “I finally finished the marathon 😁, what a great feeling.” In a reaction to good news, it can also appear in “That is amazing news 😁, I can't wait!”
Smileys & Emotion / face-smiling
Fully-qualified
Version E0.6
1F602
face with tears of joy
😂 face with tears of joy, usually shown as a yellow face with closed eyes, a wide open mouth, and tears at both sides. The face with tears of joy emoji is commonly used to express intense laughter, amusement, or something incredibly funny. It can refer to the phrase 'laughing out loud' or 'crying with laughter' in response to a joke, meme, or silly situation. It gives a joyful and humorous feeling, and is often used by people to show they are genuinely amused rather than just being polite. In chats and captions, you can use it for a reaction to a funny video, such as “That cat video 😂 literally made me cry with laughter.” For a self-deprecating or awkward moment, you could write “I can't believe I walked into the wrong room 😂.” In a playful response to a friend's joke, it can also appear in “Stop it, you are too funny 😂.”
Smileys & Emotion / face-smiling
Fully-qualified
Version E1.0
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grinning face
😀 grinning face, usually shown as a yellow face with open eyes and a wide open smile. The grinning face emoji is commonly used for general happiness, excitement, or a warm greeting. It can refer to a genuine sense of joy, a positive outlook, or a friendly response in daily interactions. Because it shows a full smile, it feels cheerful and upbeat, and is often used to ensure a message sounds friendly and approachable rather than serious. In chats and captions, you can use it for a friendly greeting, such as “Good morning! 😀 Hope you have a wonderful day.” For an excited response, you could write “I am so happy you are coming to visit 😀!” In a positive acknowledgment, it can also appear in “That sounds like a great plan 😀, see you then.”
Smileys & Emotion / face-smiling
Fully-qualified
Version E0.6
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grinning face with big eyes
😃 grinning face with big eyes, usually shown as a yellow smiley face with big eyes and a wide open grin. The grinning face with big eyes emoji is commonly used to express high levels of happiness, excitement, or a warm greeting. It can refer to a genuine smile, a positive mood, or general friendliness in digital communication. Because it features a wide-open mouth, it feels particularly cheerful and energetic, often suggesting a sense of pure joy or an upbeat attitude during a conversation. In chats and captions, you can use it for a casual greeting, such as “Good morning 😃! I hope you have a wonderful day.” For an excited response to good news, you could write “I just heard the update 😃, that is amazing!” It also works well as a friendly sign-off, such as “See you at the party later 😃!”
Smileys & Emotion / face-smiling
Fully-qualified
Version E0.6
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grinning face with smiling eyes
😄 grinning face with smiling eyes, usually shown as a yellow smiley face with smiling eyes and a wide open mouth. The grinning face with smiling eyes is commonly used to express genuine happiness, excitement, and a positive mood. It can refer to a warm greeting, a friendly response, or a feeling of being pleasantly surprised. Because of the crinkled eyes, it feels cheerful and sincere, making it a versatile choice for showing a lighthearted and friendly attitude in any conversation. In chats and captions, you can use it for a casual greeting, such as “Good morning everyone 😄, hope you have a great day!” For a friendly reply, you could write “I am so glad you liked the gift 😄, it was my pleasure.” In an excited caption, it can also appear in “Just finished my last exam 😄, finally time for vacation!”
Smileys & Emotion / face-smiling
Fully-qualified
Version E0.6
1F605
grinning face with sweat
😅 grinning face with sweat, usually shown as a yellow smiley face with a broad grin and a single sweat drop. The grinning face with sweat emoji is commonly used to express relief, nerves, or a bit of social discomfort. It can refer to a close call, feeling embarrassed, or being slightly overwhelmed by a situation. It feels awkward yet polite, allowing the sender to acknowledge a mistake or a stressful moment with a sense of humor or a self-deprecating tone. In chats and captions, you can use it for an awkward moment, such as “I totally forgot we had a meeting today 😅, I'm on my way now!” For a polite reply to a mistake, you could write “Sorry for the late response 😅, my phone was on silent.” In a message about literal heat or exhaustion, it can also appear in “Just finished that workout 😅, it was way harder than I thought.”
Smileys & Emotion / face-smiling
face-affection
CLDR #2 · Emoji count: 9
Fully-qualified
Version E0.6
1F618
face blowing a kiss
😘 face blowing a kiss, usually shown as a yellow face with one eye closed and a small heart near the mouth. The face blowing a kiss emoji is commonly used for blowing a kiss, showing love, or expressing gratitude. It can refer to a warm goodbye, a romantic gesture, or a friendly acknowledgment in digital conversations. Because it combines a wink with a heart, it feels affectionate and playful, making it a popular choice for sending a sweet sentiment to friends, family, or partners. In chats and captions, you can use it for a sweet goodbye message, such as “Have a safe flight, see you soon 😘.” For a grateful reply, you could write “Thanks for the coffee 😘, you’re the best!” In a romantic message to a partner, it can also appear in “Goodnight 😘, I love you.”
Smileys & Emotion / face-affection
Fully-qualified
Version E1.0
1F617
kissing face
😗 kissing face, usually shown as a yellow face with pursed lips and simple eyes. The kissing face emoji is commonly used to represent a friendly kiss, a gentle whistle, or a casual greeting. It can refer to blowing a kiss to friends or family, expressing mild affection, or showing a relaxed and carefree mood. It gives a friendly and innocent feeling, and because the lips look like they are whistling, it can also suggest a calm or nonchalant attitude in various social contexts. In chats and captions, you can use it for a casual greeting, such as “Hey there 😗, hope you’re having a good morning.” For a friendly sign-off, you could write “Thanks for the help, see you later 😗!” In an innocent or whistling moment, it can also appear in “I have no idea what happened 😗, I was just walking by.”
Smileys & Emotion / face-affection
Fully-qualified
Version E0.6
1F61A
kissing face with closed eyes
😚 kissing face with closed eyes, usually shown as a yellow face with closed eyes, rosy cheeks, and puckered lips. The kissing face with closed eyes emoji is commonly used to express affection, love, or a friendly goodbye. It can refer to a physical kiss, a sweet gesture toward a partner, or a sincere way to say thank you to a close friend. Because the eyes are shut, it gives a sweet and affectionate feeling, often suggesting a more intimate or heartfelt tone than other kissing symbols. In chats and captions, you can use it for a sweet goodnight message, such as “Goodnight, sleep tight 😚 see you tomorrow.” For a grateful reply to a friend, you could write “Thanks for the help 😚 you are the best!” In a reaction to a cute photo, it can also appear in “Look at those chubby cheeks 😚 so adorable.”
Smileys & Emotion / face-affection
Fully-qualified
Version E1.0
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kissing face with smiling eyes
😙 kissing face with smiling eyes, usually shown as a yellow face with smiling eyes and puckered lips. The kissing face with smiling eyes emoji is commonly used to express affection, friendliness, or a casual greeting. It can refer to giving a kiss to a friend or family member, saying goodbye in a warm way, or simply showing appreciation. Because of its smiling eyes, it feels friendly and affectionate, giving off a more genuine and lighthearted tone when communicating with close acquaintances. In chats and captions, you can use it for a casual greeting or goodbye, such as “See you tomorrow 😙! Have a great night.” For a friendly thank you, you could write “Thanks for the help 😙, you are the best!” In a more romantic or sweet context, it can also appear in “Sending you a little kiss 😙 to brighten your day.”
Smileys & Emotion / face-affection
Fully-qualified
Version E0.6
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smiling face
☺️ smiling face, usually shown as a yellow smiley face with rosy cheeks and a gentle smile. The smiling face emoji is commonly used to express genuine happiness, warmth, and sincere gratitude. It can refer to a pleasant mood or a soft reaction to a compliment, as the rosy cheeks give it a sweet and modest tone. It is often used to make a message feel more friendly and approachable, helping to soften the tone of a request or a simple acknowledgment. In chats and captions, you can use it for a polite reply to a compliment, such as “Thank you so much ☺️, that is very kind of you to say.” For a casual greeting to a friend, you could write “It was so good to see you today ☺️!” In a relaxed social caption, it can also appear in “Just relaxing at home with some tea ☺️.”
Smileys & Emotion / face-affection
Fully-qualified
Version E0.6
1F60D
smiling face with heart-eyes
😍 smiling face with heart-eyes, usually shown as a yellow face with red heart-shaped eyes and a broad smile. The smiling face with heart-eyes emoji is commonly used to express passionate love, deep adoration, or intense enthusiasm. It can refer to a romantic attraction, a love for delicious food, or high admiration for beautiful scenery and art. This symbol is inherently passionate and romantic, often signaling that the sender is completely captivated or 'smitten' by whatever they are discussing. In chats and captions, you can use it for a romantic message, such as “You look so stunning in that dress 😍!” For a reaction to a delicious meal, you could write “This homemade pasta 😍 is absolutely incredible.” In a social media post about a pet or an idol, it can also appear in “Look at those tiny paws 😍, I’m obsessed.”
Smileys & Emotion / face-affection
face-tongue
CLDR #3 · Emoji count: 6
Fully-qualified
Version E0.6
1F60B
face savoring food
😋 face savoring food, usually shown as a yellow face with smiling eyes and a tongue out. The face savoring food emoji is commonly used to indicate that a meal is delicious or that someone is looking forward to eating. It can refer to feeling hungry, being a foodie, or expressing pure satisfaction after a tasty treat. It gives a cheerful and satisfied feeling, but it can also be used playfully in non-food contexts to show that someone is being cheeky or just in a very good mood. In chats and captions, you can use it for a reaction to a food photo, such as “That homemade pasta looks 😋 amazing!” For a playful or cheeky comment, you could write “I might have finished the whole cake by myself 😋.” In a message about being hungry before a meal, it can also appear in “I can't wait for dinner 😋, I'm starving.”
Smileys & Emotion / face-tongue
Fully-qualified
Version E1.0
1F61B
face with tongue
😛 face with tongue, usually shown as a yellow face with a tongue sticking out and a cheeky expression. The face with tongue emoji is commonly used to express silliness, playfulness, and lighthearted humor. It can refer to a joking tone, a cheeky remark, or a sense of being goofy in everyday chats. Because it looks so enthusiastic, it is often used to show that a message is playful or to signal that the sender is just kidding around. In chats and captions, you can use it for a joking reply, such as “I totally forgot to do that, oops 😛.” For a cheeky greeting, you could write “Look who finally decided to wake up 😛!” In a more lighthearted social post, it can also appear in “Just being a goofball today 😛.”
Smileys & Emotion / face-tongue
Fully-qualified
Version E1.0
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money-mouth face
🤑 money-mouth face, usually shown as a yellow face with money-sign eyes and a green tongue. The money-mouth face emoji is commonly used for wealth, financial success, or the desire for money. It can refer to winning a prize, getting a big promotion, or finding a great deal while shopping. It often suggests a wealthy or ambitious tone, though it can also be used playfully to express a sense of greed or excitement about a lucrative opportunity. In chats and captions, you can use it for a reaction to a bonus, such as “Just saw my paycheck 🤑, dinner is on me tonight!” For a shopping success, you could write “Found this designer bag for 70% off 🤑, what a steal.” In a business context, it can also appear in “This new side project 🤑 is going to be huge!”
Smileys & Emotion / face-tongue
Fully-qualified
Version E0.6
1F61D
squinting face with tongue
😝 squinting face with tongue, usually shown as a yellow face with X-shaped eyes and a tongue sticking out. The squinting face with tongue emoji is commonly used to express a sense of fun, excitement, or silliness. It can refer to being playful in a conversation, teasing a friend, or showing that you are in a goofy mood. Because of its energetic expression, it often suggests that the user is joking around or reacting to something genuinely hilarious or slightly mischievous. In chats and captions, you can use it for a playful tease, such as “I bet I can finish my pizza faster than you 😝!” For a reaction to a funny mistake, you could write “I accidentally wore two different socks today 😝.” In an excited social caption, it can also appear in “Can’t wait for the concert tonight 😝, it’s going to be wild!”
Smileys & Emotion / face-tongue
Fully-qualified
Version E0.6
1F61C
winking face with tongue
😜 winking face with tongue, usually shown as a yellow face with one winking eye and a tongue sticking out. The winking face with tongue emoji is commonly used to express playfulness, silliness, and lighthearted fun. It can refer to a joking tone, teasing, or a sense of being mischievous while interacting with friends. Because it combines two expressive gestures, it gives a cheeky and energetic feeling, often signaling that the sender is just kidding or being a bit goofy. In chats and captions, you can use it for a playful tease, such as “I bet I can finish my pizza faster than you 😜!” For a casual joke among family, you could write “I’m definitely the favorite child in this family 😜.” In a daring or cheeky social media post, it can also appear in “Oops, I did it again 😜.”
Smileys & Emotion / face-tongue
Fully-qualified
Version E5.0
1F92A
zany face
🤪 zany face, usually shown as a yellow-orange face with uneven eyes, a wide grin, and a tongue sticking out. The zany face emoji is commonly used to express silliness, goofiness, or feeling wild and eccentric. It can refer to being overwhelmed by a chaotic situation, acting out of character due to excitement, or simply having a fun time. Because of its exaggerated features, it gives a playful and silly feeling, making it perfect for moments that are energetic or slightly chaotic. In chats and captions, you can use it for a reaction to a wild night out, such as “Last night was absolutely crazy 🤪!” For a playful self-deprecating comment, you could write “I’ve been working for ten hours and I’m losing my mind 🤪.” In a funny or absurd conversation, it can also appear in “You are so weird 🤪, I can't stop laughing.”
Smileys & Emotion / face-tongue