smiling face with hearts
Unicode: 1F970
Description
A yellow circular face with closed eyes, raised eyebrows, and a small, open mouth, often depicted with a tear welling up in one eye. It signifies an emotional reaction that can be overwhelmingly positive.
Group:
Smileys & Emotion > face-affection
Status:
fully-qualified
Emotion:
Represents being deeply touched, emotional, overwhelmed with joy, affection, or gratitude. It conveys a feeling of being very moved, sometimes to the point of happy tears.
Backstory
This emoji, often referred to as 'Pleading Face' or 'Puppy Eyes', was introduced in Unicode 11.0 (2018). Its design evokes a sense of vulnerability and earnestness, making it versatile for expressing a range of emotional states, from begging to being deeply touched.
Usage Examples
- Thanking someone sincerely: 'Thank you for everything! 🥺'
- Expressing deep affection: 'You're the sweetest! 🥺'
- Reacting to something adorable: 'Look at this puppy! 🥺'
- Making a humble request: 'Can I have one more cookie? 🥺'
- Being overwhelmed with cuteness: 'My heart just melted! 🥺'
Cultural Differences
Western culture:
Frequently used to express being 'soft', sentimental, or deeply moved by something adorable, sweet, or heartwarming. It's associated with tenderness and emotional vulnerability.
East Asian culture:
Similar usage, often conveying a strong sense of 'kawaii' (cuteness) or being overwhelmed by something touching or pleasant. Can also be used to express admiration or happiness.