| Emoji | Name | Meaning | Category | Codepoint | Shortcodes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 😓 | Downcast Face With Sweat | A face showing sadness or stress with a bead of sweat. | Smileys & Emotion | U+1F613 | :downcast_face_with_sweat: |
Meaning
The downcast face with sweat emoji expresses feelings of disappointment, stress, or mild embarrassment, often reflecting a difficult or uncomfortable situation with visible sweat.
Common Uses
- Conveying worry or stress about a problem or task
- Showing sadness mixed with physical discomfort or effort
- Expressing mild embarrassment or awkwardness
- Indicating fatigue after exertion or pressure
- Reacting to disappointing news or setbacks
Examples
"I just missed my deadline 😓""Feeling overwhelmed after the meeting 😓""That was embarrassing 😓"
Related Emojis
- 😰 Face With Open Mouth and Cold Sweat: Shows more intense anxiety or fear.
- 😥 Sad But Relieved Face: Indicates sadness with a sigh of relief rather than stress.
- 😔 Pensive Face: Depresses or sorrow without sweat, less physical discomfort.
- 💦 Sweat Droplets: Often used alongside to emphasize sweating or exertion.
Technical Notes
Codepoint: U+1F613. Added around Unicode 6.0. Appearance may vary slightly across platforms, generally showing a frowning face with a single blue sweat drop on the forehead. No skin tone variants exist as it is a facial expression emoji.
FAQ
What does the 😓 emoji mean?
A face showing sadness, stress, or mild embarrassment with a drop of sweat.
How is the 😓 emoji used?
Commonly to express worry, tiredness, or awkwardness in conversations.
Does the meaning of the 😓 emoji change by context?
It can vary between stress, embarrassment, or fatigue depending on the situation.