Unicode: U+1F62D
Shortcodes: :sob:
Gen Z's preferred 'laughing' emoji. Can mean crying from laughter OR actual sadness.
Something is so funny you're 'crying' - the Gen Z replacement for ๐.
Example: โI can't breathe ๐ญ๐ญโ
Actually sad, upset, or crying.
Example: โMy dog is sick ๐ญโ
Expressing exaggerated or dramatic emotion for comedic effect.
Example: โThey're out of coffee ๐ญโ
Can express frustration or annoyance dramatically.
Example: โAnother Monday ๐ญโ
The default laughing/reaction emoji. Very common in comments.
Used for both humor and genuine distress - context is key.
Popular for expressing both hilarity and frustration.
Primary meaning is laughter, not sadness. This replaced ๐ for Gen Z.
Understand both meanings but may default to interpreting as sad.
Likely to interpret as genuine sadness or distress.
Can mean either laughing or crying - context and generation determine interpretation.
Used to express heartbreak, deep sadness, or emotional devastation. Can be serious or dramatic depending on context.
Used when something is so funny you're both laughing and crying. Expresses uncontrollable laughter.
Used when something is too much to handle, whether from stress, beauty, sadness, or even positive overwhelm.
Shows genuine anger or frustration. Use when actually upset, not as a joke.
Anxious, stressed, nervous, or worried about something.
Shocked, surprised, or mind-blown. Genuine astonishment.
Calling someone (or yourself) a fool. 'Look at this clown' or self-deprecating humor.
Shows confusion, skepticism, or mild disappointment. The 'I don't get it' face.
Yeehaw energy, country vibes, or hiding sadness behind a smile.
The classic 'LOL' emoji - shows something is hilarious. Seen as outdated by Gen Z.
Sending love/kisses. More romantic than friendly, but used broadly.