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Copyable emoticons are textual representations of moods, emotional states, or objects, created using traditional typographic characters (letters, numbers, and punctuation). Although modern graphic emojis dominate the Internet, classic emoticons (e.g. smileys, eyes, sad faces) have a unique, nostalgic charm and are eagerly used on online forums, in computer games (where text chat does not support emojis) and in e-mails. Copying ready-made sets of emoticons allows you to instantly express emotions without having to manually enter complex sequences of characters.
Our free database contains hundreds of classic text emoticons and their Japanese equivalents (kaomoji), ready to be copied with one click and pasted into a conversation window on any device.
Difference between emoticon (text) and emoji (graphic)
Despite their similar name, these two terms refer to different communication technologies:
- Emoji (text):A sequence of ASCII characters usually read by turning your head 90 degrees to the left. Example:
:-)symbolizes a smile, a:-(sadness. They are universal and work in any text system. - Emoji (graphic):Ready-made images generated as single graphic characters in the Unicode standard. Example: 😂, ❤️, 👍. Their appearance depends on the system font of the recipient's device.
- Japanese Kaomoji:A type of text emoticons read vertically (without turning the head), created using characters from the katakana, hiragana alphabets and Unicode symbols. Example:
(^_^)or(o_o).
Table of the most popular text emoticons and their meanings
The list below shows classic emoticons and the emotions they bring, ready to be copied:
| Text entry (Emote) | Graphic equivalent (Emoji) | Description of emotions / Meaning |
|---|---|---|
:-)or:) |
😊 | Smiling, contentment, kindness, nodding. |
;-)or;) |
😉 | A wink, a joke, irony, a knowing look. |
:-(or:( |
😢 | Sadness, worry, disappointment. |
:-Por:P |
😜 | Showing the tongue, joking tone, banter. |
:-Dor:D |
😀 | A wide smile, laughter, great joy. |
:-*or:* |
😘 | A kiss, a thank you, an expression of sympathy. |
ABOUT:-)orABOUT:) |
😇 | Angel, innocence, politeness. |
<3 |
❤️ | Heart, love, deep feeling. |
The influence of emoticons on the emotional reception of text messages
In written communication, we are deprived of the tone of voice, gestures and facial expressions, which favors misunderstandings:
- Softening the tone of speech:The short sentence "We need to talk" sounds threatening and stressful. Adding a wink at the end
;)or smile:)dramatically changes the reception of messages to a friendly one. - Expressing sarcasm:Emojis like
:PWhether;)are crucial when writing jokes - they signal the recipient that the content of the statement should not be taken literally. - Communication speed:Paste an emoticon
:)instead of writing "I'm glad you're okay" it saves time while maintaining the same emotional charge.
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
Who and when created the first emoticon?
The first documented use of text emoticons occurred on September 19, 1982. Professor Scott Fahlman of Carnegie Mellon University proposed using sequences on a university discussion forum:-)for marking jokes and:-(for serious news, which ushered in the era of emoticons.
What does the popular XD emoticon mean?
EmoteXD(also writtenxdorxD) means laughing out loud. The letter X symbolizes eyes clenched with laughter, and D symbolizes a wide open mouth. It has become so popular in Poland that the word "xD" was chosen Youth Word of the Year 2017.
What is the meaning of the <3 emote?
Emote<3symbolizes the heart. Minority sign<represents the bottom of the heart (point), while the number 3 - its rounded upper arches. It is used to express love, friendship and sympathy.
Do systems automatically convert text emojis into graphic emojis?
Yes, most modern instant messengers (e.g. Messenger, Skype) and text editors (e.g. MS Word) have an autocorrect function which, after entering e.g.:)automatically turns text into a graphic smile icon. This option can usually be disabled in the program settings.
What are the most common mistakes when using emotes?
The main mistake is overusing them (inserting them after each word) and using them in official and business correspondence, which may be perceived as a lack of professionalism. You should also avoid inserting spaces inside the emoticon (e.g.: )instead:)), because the system will not recognize it as a smiley.