face with thermometer
A yellow circular face with its hand covering its mouth, eyes wide open, indicating a mixture of shock, awe, or disbelief. The hand gesture might also imply concealing a laugh or surprise.
There are different emoji meanings for face with thermometer in different cultures:
- Western culture
- Commonly used for 'oh wow!', 'oh no!', or to indicate a secret/gossip. Sometimes shows polite laughter or embarrassment.
- East Asian culture
- Can be used similarly, but also for modesty, shyness, or to show discretion when speaking about sensitive topics. The hand over mouth can be a gesture of politeness or embarrassment.
