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🤭 Face with Hand over Mouth Emoji — Meaning & Usage
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Description
Picture a face with a hand covering the mouth, used when you just heard something juicy, said something you should not have, or are trying not to laugh out loud. It walks the line between genuine shock and barely-contained giggles. On some platforms the eyes look amused, on others they look horrified — check your platform before sending.
When to Use
Use when shocked, surprised, or trying not to laugh. Also for 'oops' moments or when sharing gossip.
Example Usage
- “I can't believe they said that 🤭”
- “Oops, wasn't supposed to share that 🤭”
- “Trying not to laugh 🤭”
Popular Combinations
🤭☕
The tea is scalding and I have details
🤭👀
I saw something I wasn't supposed to
🤭🤫
I'll tell you but you can't tell anyone
How Face with Hand over Mouth looks across platforms
Open-source emoji designs. Each project maintains its own visual style — colors, shapes, and details may differ from what you see on your device.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 🤭 mean in a text message?▼
Picture a face with a hand covering the mouth, used when you just heard something juicy, said something you should not have, or are trying not to laugh out loud. It walks the line between genuine shock and barely-contained giggles. On some platforms the eyes look amused, on others they look horrified — check your platform before sending. Use when shocked, surprised, or trying not to laugh. Also for 'oops' moments or when sharing gossip. The tone can shift depending on context — a message to a friend reads differently than one to a coworker.
Where can I use 🤭?▼
You can use the Face with Hand over Mouth emoji in any app or platform that supports Unicode emoji — including iMessage, WhatsApp, Telegram, Slack, Discord, Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, and email. It also works in documents, spreadsheets, and most modern software.
How is 🤭 encoded in Unicode?▼
The Face with Hand over Mouth emoji is encoded as U+1f92d in the Unicode Standard. In HTML, you can use 🤭 and in CSS content: "\1f92d". This standardized encoding ensures it works consistently across the web.
What is the shortcode for 🤭?▼
On platforms like Slack and Discord, you can type `:face_with_hand_over_mouth:` to insert the Face with Hand over Mouth emoji. On GitHub, the same shortcodes work in issues and comments.
Is 🤭 a newer emoji?▼
The Face with Hand over Mouth emoji was added in Unicode 5.0. It has been around long enough to have universal support across modern devices and platforms.
Unicode
U+1f92d
Category
Smileys & People
Added
Unicode 5.0
Shortcodes
:face_with_hand_over_mouth:Keywords
smilingeyesandcoveringwhoopsshocksurprise
When to Use 🤭 Face with Hand over Mouth
Use when shocked, surprised, or trying not to laugh. Also for 'oops' moments or when sharing gossip.
- •Send 🤭 when you want to express or reference "face with hand over mouth" in a message — it instantly conveys the meaning without extra words
- •Use 🤭 in conversations about smiling or eyes to add visual emphasis and make your point clearer
- •React with 🤭 Face with Hand over Mouth on social media posts, stories, or comments related to face with hand over mouth
- •Combine 🤭 with related emoji in captions or bios — works well when talking about smiling, eyes, and
⌨️ Keyboard Shortcuts
Open your system emoji picker to type any emoji directly:
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Windows
Win + .🍎
Mac
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