The increasing use of social networks has made us incorporate emojis into our written language of words and symbols to better express our emotions. Over time, developers strive to come up with new designs so that we can communicate better.
But the truth is that many times we mistakenly assume the meaning of some of them and attribute them characteristics that have nothing to do with the purpose for which they were created. We have put together a guide with various emojis and what we think they mean.
Emojis You Should Know and Their (Hidden) Meanings
#1
IN REALITY:
It is a dizzy face associated with nausea, dizziness, and lightheadedness. It can also convey emotions such as shock, surprise, disbelief, and amazement.
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#2
IN REALITY:
The hand is extended imitating the shape of a telephone, so it means “call me.”
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#3
IN REALITY:
Denotes someone sad or frustrated, but relieved, as if grateful that things hadn’t turned out worse.
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#4
IN REALITY:
A stylized dust cloud that is used a lot in comics to indicate speed. Literally, it means “to leave someone biting the dust.”
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#5
IN REALITY:
Attempting to scare someone in a silly way.
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#6
IN REALITY:
Although it is composed of gunpowder, its range is much smaller, as this is just a simple firecracker.
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#7
IN REALITY:
This little hand with the index finger pointing up is used to ask a question.
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What is your favorite emoji and why? How do you think emojis have affected, either for better or worse, human communication?
Preview photo credit Emojipedia
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