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Youโve probably seen the popular ๐ (winking face) emoji floating around, but what does it mean? The wink emoji, also known as the winking face, can be used in several flirty and playful situations. Weโve put together an easy-to-follow guide to help you learn all about this familiar emoticon. Keep reading to find out what the ๐ (winking face) emoji means and how to use it.
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๐ (Winking Face) Emoji Meanings
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1The ๐ is a universal symbol for flirting. If someone sends you a ๐ with a message that makes your heart flutter, chances are they like you! This emoji is a subtle suggestion that someoneโs feeling affectionate.[1] X Research source
- โAre you doing anything later? ๐โ
- โI couldnโt take my eyes off you last night ๐โ
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2You might see a ๐ used to express humor. Jokes donโt always come across through text as they would IRL, so you may see someone add a ๐ to their message to say, โHey! Iโm only joking!โ This is a playful and fun way to lighten up the mood and get you to chuckle.
- โWhy was 6 afraid of 7? ๐โ
- โWhat kinda cheese doesnโt belong to you? Nacho cheese ๐๐โ
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3Some people use a ๐ to tell a secret. If someoneโs hiding something, theyโll probably add a ๐ to their message. They're spilling the beans to you, and a wink is their way of filling you in on the details.
- โYou didnโt hear it from me, but Amy dyes her hair ๐โ
- โWanna hear what I heard in bio? ๐โ
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4The ๐ can also communicate irony. Someone may add a ๐ to an otherwise normal message to make it sarcastic. This is a casual way of saying you need to take what they said with a grain of salt.[2] X Research source
- โYep. Iโll totally not text him again ๐โ
- โDefinitely going to bed on time tonight ๐โ
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5A ๐ may signal playful mischief. Think about when you would wink in real life. If youโre up to no good, chances are youโll wink at your best friend. The ๐ works the same way. Someone might put this emoji at the end of a text to say, โIโve got some tricks up my sleeve.โ[3] X Research source
- โYou have no idea what I can do ๐โ
- โReady for tonight? ๐โ
How to Use the ๐ (Winking Face) Emoji
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1When youโre flirting: Use a ๐ to say, โHey, I like you.โ This playfully flirtatious emoji shows your attraction and can turn any harmless message into a flirty comment. Pair it with other flirtatious emojis like โค๏ธ and ๐, and youโre sure to capture their attention.
- โThereโs no one Iโd rather hang out with ๐โค๏ธโ
- โSheโs got nothing on you, babe ๐โ
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2When you tell an inside joke: If youโre in a group chat, use a ๐ to tell a joke only you and your friends know. This is a fun way to be humorous and playful at the same time.
- โYouโre such a drama llama ๐โ
- โPIZZAAA ๐๐โ
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3When you share a secret: Keep things on the down-low by sending a secret along with a ๐. The emoji will signal your friend that things need to be kept hush-hush. Add a ๐คซ to your wink if the secret is extra juicy.
- โIf I tell you something, you gotta promise not to tell anyone ๐โ
- โMom put beans in the brownies ๐๐คซโ
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4When youโre being ironic: Use a ๐ to say โYeah, right.โ Maybe you sent an ironic message, or a friend is being their silly self. Either way, you can use a ๐ to express sarcasm in a harmless way.
- โI totally believe you ๐โ
- โWhatever you say ๐โ
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5When youโre feeling mischievous: Add a ๐ to your message to tell a friend youโre up to no good. Your mischief certainly isnโt managed, and thereโs no better way to say, โIโm planning troubleโ than with the playful ๐.
- โIโve got a plan ๐โ
- โDonโt worry. Itโll all work out ๐๐โ