Emoji Meanings Dictionary
Look up what popular emoji mean — and how people actually use them in texts and social media (like 💀 for 'I'm dead' laughing).
How to use
- 1Search for an emoji or a word like 'laugh'.
- 2Remember meanings can shift by age group and platform.
Frequently asked questions
Why does 🙂 sometimes seem rude?
Among younger users the slightly smiling face often reads as passive-aggressive or insincere, unlike 😊.
Do emoji look the same everywhere?
No — Apple, Google, Samsung and Microsoft draw them differently, which can change how they feel.
Where do official emoji names come from?
The Unicode Consortium names every emoji; everyday meanings evolve through use.