face holding back tears
A yellow circular face with a slightly open mouth and downturned eyes, often with a single tear rolling down one cheek. It conveys a strong sense of sadness, disappointment, or feeling overwhelmed.
There are different emoji meanings for face holding back tears in different cultures:
- Western culture
- Commonly used to express genuine sadness, sympathy, or when feeling let down. Can also be used dramatically for comedic effect.
- East Asian culture
- Similar usage to Western culture, perhaps slightly more prone to dramatic or 'cute' expressions of sadness in internet culture.
