What Does the 🍤🦐 Shrimp Emoji Mean?

Co-authored by Aly Rusciano

Last Updated: June 14, 2022

Interested in the 🍤 (fried shrimp) and 🦐 (shrimp) emojis? These delicious depictions of seafood pack a whole lot of punch in such a small package! We’ve put together an easy guide so you can learn all about the 🍤 (fried shrimp) and 🦐 (shrimp) emojis. Read on to see what the shrimp emojis mean and how you can use them.

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🍤 (Fried Shrimp) Emoji Meanings and Usage

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The 🍤 is a depiction of Ebi Furai or tempura shrimp. These Japanese dishes feature crispy batters and all the oily fried goodness you could ask for. Use a 🍤 if these are one of your favorite dishes or if you’re trying them for the first time.^{[1]
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- “So glad I ordered the tempura shrimp 🍤 SO GOOD 😋”
- “Wanna go to that new Japanese restaurant tonight? I’ve heard they have awesome Ebi Furai 👀🍤”
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A 🍤 refers to all cooked seafood. You may see someone using a 🍤 when they post a picture of a yummy seafood feast, or they’re headed to a seafood restaurant. Try pairing this shrimp emoji with other seafood or food emojis.
- “Louisiana cooking is where it’s at! 🍤🦀🌽”
- “Nothing beats a seafood buffet 😋🍤🐙🦞”
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Some use the 🍤 to convey “salty” feelings. The salty taste of fried shrimp can represent foul and spiteful emotions. If you’re feeling angry, bitter, or upset, add a 🍤 at the end of your message.^{[2]
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- “She’s really ticking me off 🍤”
- “There was no one else on the bus, and guess what he does? Chooses the seat right next to me! Sir! I don’t know you 😑🍤 “

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🦐 (Shrimp) Emoji Meanings and Usage

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The 🦐 represents crustaceans and seafood alike. In its raw form, the shrimp emoji symbolizes all types of marine creatures. Pair it with other swimming animal emojis to talk about sea life.^{[3]
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- “Recycle to clear the seas 🦐🐋🐠🐙”
- “Did you see the 🦐 in Happy Feet? He was funny 😂”
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A 🦐 might mean someone’s short. Shrimp are tiny creatures, so you may see someone use a 🦐 when referencing height or size. If you’re short or petite, consider adding a 🦐 to your frequently used emojis.
- “I know I’m small 🦐 but I’m mighty 💪”
- “Being called shrimpy used to be an insult, but they're so cute it must be a compliment 😉🦐”
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The 🦐 conveys an incomplete feeling. Have you ever felt small? Like you just wanted to curl up in a ball and disappear? The 🦐 has adopted this meaning in recent years. Try using this shrimp emoji when you’re unsure, upset, anxious, or feel like something's missing.^{[4]
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- “Life feels off lately. Like, something’s missing 🙃🦐”
- “I was so embarrassed! I can’t believe she said that in front of EVERYONE 😩🦐”
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A 🦐 could also represent "small penis energy." In certain situations, a 🦐 can be used when someone is showing cowardice, aggressiveness, or toxic masculinity. If the 🦐 doesn’t make sense in any other context, the sender may be expressing “small penis” pride or saying someone else has “small penis energy.”
- “I got a 🦐 and I’m not ashamed!! 🤪”
- “He acts like he’s some big shot, but he’s just not 🦐”