slightly frowning face
Unicode: 1F641
Description
A yellow circular face with a slightly sad, downturned mouth and wide, neutral eyes. It conveys a mild sense of disappointment, unenthusiasm, or disapproval.
Group:
Smileys & Emotion > face-concerned
Status:
fully-qualified
Emotion:
Typically represents disappointment, mild sadness, unenthusiasm, apathy, or subtle disapproval. It's less intense than a truly sad or angry face.
Backstory
This emoji was introduced in Unicode 6.0 (2010). It provides a nuanced alternative to more explicitly sad or angry emojis, allowing users to express a subtler form of negative emotion or uninterest. Its ambiguity can sometimes lead to it being interpreted as simply a neutral or unfazed expression.
Usage Examples
- Expressing mild disappointment: 'The concert was okay, I guess. 🙁'
- Showing lack of enthusiasm: 'Another meeting? 🙁'
- Reacting to minor inconvenience: 'The internet went out again. 🙁'
- Subtle disagreement: 'I'm not sure about that idea. 🙁'
Cultural Differences
Western culture:
Commonly used to express a mild 'meh' feeling, a lack of excitement, or a subtle negative reaction to something not meeting expectations.
East Asian culture:
Can be used similarly to express mild dissatisfaction or a quiet form of disapproval without being overtly confrontational.