see-no-evil monkey
A monkey face with its hands covering its eyes, part of the 'See No Evil, Hear No Evil, Speak No Evil' proverb.
There are different emoji meanings for see-no-evil monkey in different cultures:
- Western culture
- Frequently used for playful embarrassment, 'I didn't see that!', or cutesy shyness.
- East Asian culture
- Directly linked to the Three Wise Monkeys proverb, embodying the principle of looking away from bad things or ignoring negative information. Also used for shyness or innocence.