| Emoji | Name | Meaning | Category | Codepoint | Shortcodes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 😜 | Winking Face With Tongue | Expresses playfulness, teasing, or joking | Smileys & Emotion | U+1F61C | :winking_face_with_tongue: |
Meaning
The 😜 emoji depicts a face winking with its tongue sticking out, symbolizing playful teasing, humor, or cheeky fun. It conveys a lighthearted mood without seriousness.
Common Uses
- Adding humor or sarcasm to a message
- Playful teasing among friends or contacts
- Indicating a joke or not to be taken seriously
- Lightening the tone in conversations
- Expressing silly or goofy reactions
Examples
You're so silly 😜
I'm just joking around 😜
Can't wait to see you! 😜
Related Emojis
- 😛 – Tongue out without a wink, signals teasing or fun similarly but less mischievous.
- 😉 – Winking face without tongue, used for flirtation or subtlety rather than silliness.
- 😝 – Squinting eyes with tongue out, represents extreme silliness or playfulness.
- 😄 – Smiling face with open mouth, expresses happiness without teasing.
- 😂 – Face with tears of joy, conveys laughter rather than light teasing.
Technical Notes
Codepoint: U+1F61C. Introduced in Unicode around 2010. Display varies slightly across platforms, mainly in eye shape and tongue style. No skin tone modifiers as it is a facial expression.
FAQ
What does the 😜 emoji mean?
A playful face winking and sticking out its tongue indicating teasing or joking.
How is the 😜 emoji used?
Often to add humor, sarcasm, or fun to messages among friends or informal chats.
Does the meaning of the 😜 emoji change by context?
Yes, it can convey light teasing, silly moods, or joking depending on conversation tone.