Do you think you know the meaning of WhatsApp emoticons or emojis ? The truth is that they can be used for many situations. Happiness, Sadness, Joy, Fear, Hate and even Disappointment and Bitterness.
If you are one of those who is very active in this social network, make video calls, conferences and also send and receive many messages, then it is useful that you know the meaning of each emoticon and thus avoid misinterpreted texts.
Most used emojis in WhatsApp and their meaning
Smiley face 😃
It is one of the most used, it can be used for many things. It is used to greet, express happiness, be nice, cause empathy. Ultimately it is a positive gesture.
Laughing face with open mouth and smiling eyes 😄
If what you just read causes you a lot of joy, then you can use this emoji and fully express the feeling. It is perfect if you are very happy, or laughing out loud and also, it is very common to use it when reading a joke or in a sarcastic tone.
Face winking 😉
It has several meanings, it all depends on the context with which it is used. It can be used to imply that what was said was not serious , in other cases it is also an indicator of flirting and if you are very expressive you can use it at the end of a sentence after saying “Ok, understood”.
Face with a slight smile 🙂
Originally the meaning given to it is someone who was satisfied with something . But now, it’s used a lot to express sarcasm or an indirect annoyance… At present it may not be a good sign. However, it all depends on the accompanying text.
Flushed face 😳
This little face expresses some shame , maybe you made a mistake with something, you said something that you should not or you sent a personal message by mistake. It may also be that you are surprised and did not expect what happened or what you read caused you pain. On the other hand, it can be used in a flirting and partner situation.
Heated face 🥵
Do not look for too much meaning. We will be suffocating in the heat (in a figurative sense). It can be widely used during times of the year when it is hotter or after an intense exercise session.
Frozen face 🥶
The counterpart of the emoji above. It is used to indicate that we are freezing, or perhaps that we are petrified. It is more convenient to use it in winter or in some sudden change in temperature in the body.
Face that makes a face 😬
It is used a lot to express some embarrassing and uncomfortable moment. In addition, it is used when you make a mistake by mistake and intend to correct it by causing a sneaky smile.
Smug face/mischievous smile 😏
If you have the right answer to everything, this emoji is for you. Although there are many meanings that it can have, everything will depend on the situation.
It can mean confidence in something, perhaps a sense of satisfaction and self-reliance. In other cases, it is also used to flirt, make some kind of innuendo.
Upside down face 🙃
It is used to express something that is not serious, it can contain a certain irony. It is also a symbol that something silly is being done, or that you may not have expected what has happened. At other times it is used to close a conversation in a comical way.
Smiley face with heart-shaped eyes 😍
This is one of the most classic and used. Its meaning is very obvious, it expresses a great joy full of love, it is also widely used by couples to express the love they have or when they say nice things.
At the same time it is used when you like some emotional text or news , whether from family, friends or loved one.
Smiling face with closed eyes and three hearts 🥰
This face is one of the most romantic emoticons that WhatsApp has. It is used to indicate that you are in love or super delighted with someone. Ex: “You are so beautiful 🥰”
Face in pain 😧
It can mean many things, and they are all negative emotions because you suffer in a misunderstood way. You can use it to express sadness, despair, fear, frustration, disappointment, and more. Ex: “I’m very sorry about what happened 😧 How can I help you?”
Being one of the most expressive emojis and the message it emits is quite clear, it has become one of the favorites by WhatsApp users.
Astonished face 😲
There is not much to say, it can be used when something happens that we did not expect, or they give us quite incredible or surprising news that deserves an expression of astonishment.
It can be used for both good and bad situations to show that we are facing a situation that leaves you paralyzed. Ejm: “It can’t be! 😲”
Frosty face of fear
The clear emoticon that expresses great fear can also indicate fright, surprise or even a cry. It can be used for both serious and joking conversations.
Having your hands on your face means “Too scared” or “Too surprised.”Ex: “I won the lottery! 😱”
Crying face 😭
It is not necessary to use it when we are actually crying, but it can express great sadness or despair, indicating that we feel in such a way that we could be crying.
Although it is not a very serious face that represents real pain, so it can be used in an ironic way. Ex: “I suffer like Precious 😭”
Face with a tear that slides 😢
Unlike the previous one, this is one of the WhatsApp emoticons that represents sadness, pain and mixed feelings . It causes in the sender and receiver a clear response of pain or bad memory of some situation. Ex: “I’m depressed 😢”
Exploding head 🤯
The clear indication of something that has figuratively blown our minds. It can be used to indicate a huge surprise, to indicate a certain confusion that we cannot understand, either due to something unusual or very difficult to explain. Ex: The algebra exercise is very complicated, I don’t understand anything 🤯
Face with hand in mouth 🤭
One of the most expressive faces. It can be used in different situations, it can indicate surprise or shock, if the situation warrants it, it can be used in flirting, or in that case to indicate that there is something that is known but will not be said. Ex: “I can’t tell you, it’s a secret 🤭”
Smiley face with a drop of sweat 😅
It may indicate some relief that something that had us on edge has come out. On the contrary, it can also express a certain nervousness, or something that you did not expect. Ex: I passed the subject! 😅
Face that sends a kiss 😘
Another great classic of emojis, it is one of the most expressive as well. It is a clear sign of affection for that person, friend or family member, although there are those who may use it very lightly. Ex: Thanks for everything! 😘
Crazy face 🤪
It is one of the funniest emojis, its use is quite clear. It indicates that the situation is very funny, that you are saying something with a lot of humor, or you may also be saying that you or someone else has gone crazy. Ex: The party will be at my house, and everything will be out of control 🤪 ”
Face without a mouth 😶
It is the typical WhatsApp emoticon used when you no longer have anything to say or prefer to omit a comment.
Face with rolling eyes 🙄
The message could not be clearer, it is used to express that a situation or a person is being annoying, boring, or in less negative cases, when a nonsense is said. Used very often when you are gray to read the same. Ex: “Enough is enough! 🙄”
Dissatisfied face 😒
This is one of the most used emojis in WhatsApp, especially because it expresses annoyance, disagreement, disappointment or simply when you do not feel favored or liked.
Thoughtful face 🤔
It is used to indicate that you are thinking, it can be to make a decision or indicate that you reflect. It can also be used to set a pause. Ex: “Wait a second, I think I know the solution 🤔”
Face with sunglasses 😎
It can be an indicator of beach or vacations, although the most common use that is given is with an accurate expression, eg: “Great!” or “I am the best!”, which can be used for a situation or a person.
Neutral face 😐
It is a face with a lack of emotion and without any time for expression. It can be used when you show some kind of indifference to a comment.
Hugging face 🤗
It is the smiling face accompanied by two welcoming hands. It is a pleasant gesture towards the other person, it indicates a warm and close hug loaded with much emotion.
Face with pleading eyes 🥺
Do you know puss in boots? It is the typical expression when you want someone to change their mind about something that could benefit you.
It is also used to indicate tenderness or that you are really grateful with an unexpected response from the interlocutor. Ex: “You really are a great person 🥺”.
Drooling face 🤤
You drool over trying that food, or are you excited to visit that place, event, or item you will receive. It all comes down to the desire to try or live the experience. Ex: “Lunch was exquisite 🤤”.
Poop 💩
Among the most popular WhatsApp emoticons we also have the famous “poop”. It must be recognized that it is very funny and causes a lot of grace.
It can be used in a derogatory way when something goes very wrong or as a criticism of other opinions. And if there is a certain degree of friendship and trust, it can be used at all times.
Monkey with eyes covered 🙈
The message depends on the situation, it may mean that you do not want to believe what you are seeing. Or if the situation is positive, it is an indication of shame.
Monkey that covers his mouth 🙊
It is a monkey that covers its mouth with both hands, which can be an indication that a secret is being kept, or that the message is not complete, it can also be used as a reason for surprise.
Monkey that covers his ears 🙉
The message is clear, you just don’t want to hear something, be it bad news or some kind of gossip.
The meaning of emojis is quite diverse. The reality is that today each person gives their own meaning, since they adapt it to their way of speaking and expressing themselves, but now you have a clearer idea of how to use the most famous WhatsApp emoticons and their meaning.