😶 Face Without Mouth Emoji Meaning
| Emoji | Name | Meaning | Category | Codepoint | Shortcodes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 😶 | Face Without Mouth | Represents silence or being speechless | Smileys & Emotion | U+1F636 | :face_without_mouth: |
Meaning
The 😶 emoji depicts a neutral face without a mouth, symbolizing silence, speechlessness, or withholding words.
Common Uses
- Expressing that one is speechless or has no response.
- Indicating a secret or choosing to remain silent.
- Conveying awkwardness or discomfort in a conversation.
- Showing a neutral, expressionless reaction.
- Representing the absence of speech in chat or text.
Examples
I'm not sure what to say 😶Sometimes it's better to stay quiet 😶That left me speechless 😶
Related Emojis
- 🤐 (Zipper-Mouth Face): Indicates deliberately keeping a secret, different from simple silence.
- 😐 (Neutral Face): Shows a flat expression but includes a mouth, less about silence.
- 😑 (Expressionless Face): Slightly annoyed or unamused without speaking, mouth present.
Technical Notes
Codepoint: U+1F636. Introduced around Unicode 8.0 (2015). Appearance may vary slightly across platforms, especially in color and face shape. No skin tone variations as it does not depict a person.
FAQ
What does the 😶 emoji mean?
A face without a mouth representing silence or speechlessness.
How is the 😶 emoji used?
It typically conveys being speechless, remaining silent, or feeling awkward in messages.
Does the meaning of the 😶 emoji change by context?
Its interpretation varies slightly depending on conversation tone but centers on silence or no verbal response.
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