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Smiling Face

Unicode: U+263A

Shortcodes: :relaxed:

TL;DR

Content and happy. Simple, warm smile.

Context Meanings

Literal
LOW Risk

Feeling content and happy.

Example: “Nice day ☺️”

Slang
LOW Risk

Warm, genuine happiness.

Example: “That made my day ☺️”

Dating
LOW Risk

Warm affection.

Example: “Thinking of you ☺️”

Work
LOW Risk

Pleasant professional tone.

Example: “Happy to help ☺️”

Platform Notes

Twitter/X

Used for genuine warmth.

Instagram

Common in positive posts.

WhatsApp

Classic friendly emoji.

Generational Differences

Gen Z

Vintage wholesome vibes.

Millennial

Classic happy face.

Boomer

Traditional smiley.

Technical Details

Unicode
U+263A
Version
1.1
Category
Smileys-emotion
Subcategory
face-affection
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Cold Face

Freezing! Used for cold weather, cold takes, or describing something as 'ice cold'.

😖

Confounded Face

Ugh! Expressing frustration, disgust, or distress.

🤠

Cowboy Hat Face

Yeehaw! Used for cowboy vibes, country themes, or being adventurous.

😢

Crying Face

Sad tears. Expressing sadness with a single tear.

😞

Disappointed Face

Letdown. Expressing disappointment or sadness.

🥸

Disguised Face

Incognito mode! Used for hiding identity, being sneaky, or going undercover.

🤯

Exploding Head

Mind blown! Used when something is shocking, amazing, or hard to comprehend.

🥹

Face Holding Back Tears

So touched! Overwhelmed with emotion but holding it together.