mask emoji
The mask emoji depicts a person with light skin tone wearing a balaclava or 'stealth hood', covering most of the face except for the eyes. Ideal for conveying anonymity, stealth, or disguise, similar to a ninja mask.
There are different emoji meanings for mask emoji in different cultures:
- Western culture
- Often associated with ninjas, hackers, or sometimes a sense of being hidden or anonymous. Can be playful or more serious depending on context.
- East Asian culture
- Strongly linked to the traditional Japanese ninja, embodying stealth, martial arts, and hidden identities.
