Slanted mouth emoji 🫤
The face with diagonal mouth emoji 🫤 shows a yellow face with a diagonal mouth, expressing doubt, scepticism, or a mild “so-so” feeling. It’s ideal when your reaction is underwhelming or uncertain.
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What the slanted mouth emoji means
The face with diagonal mouth emoji 🫤 shows a yellow face with a crooked, diagonal line for a mouth. It expresses doubt, scepticism, or a mild “not sure” feeling. Unlike the angry or crying faces, it’s understated — it says “hmm” rather than “no.”
The diagonal mouth sits somewhere between a frown and a neutral expression, often signalling a half‑hearted reaction or a lukewarm opinion.
A visual “meh”
When words fail, 🫤 works as a visual “meh.” If someone asks how your day went and it was unremarkable, sending this emoji alone sums up that so‑so feeling without a single word. It’s less negative than a thumbs down, but not enthusiastic either.
In text conversations, 🫤 can soften a blunt statement. Adding it after “That movie was okay” tells the reader you weren’t impressed, but you’re not making a big deal of it.
When to use the diagonal mouth emoji
A typical use of the face with diagonal mouth emoji is to respond to something questionable, awkward, or mildly disappointing. For example, if a friend cancels plans at the last minute, replying with 🫤 shows you’re slightly annoyed but not angry.
- Showing doubt: “Are you sure that’s the right way? 🫤”
- Reacting to bad news: “The concert sold out 🫤”
- Acknowledging awkwardness: “Well, this is uncomfortable 🫤”
- Expressing underwhelm: “That presentation went on forever 🫤”
It’s a softer, more passive way to show displeasure than the angry or furious faces. It suggests you’re taken aback or unconvinced rather than truly upset. Because it’s not overly dramatic, it works well in professional settings where you want to express mild concern without sounding harsh.
It can also be used in passive‑aggressive replies. A single 🫤 after a questionable decision can speak volumes, implying “I told you so” with just one tap.
If someone sends you 🫤, they may be non‑committal or slightly unimpressed. A good response might be to ask what’s wrong or offer an alternative. For instance, if you suggested a restaurant and got 🫤 back, you could reply with “No? How about pizza?”
Compare face with diagonal mouth with similar emoji
| Emoji | Name | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| face with diagonal mouthU+1FAE4 | shows doubt or mild displeasure with a crooked mouth | |
| confused faceU+1F615 | signals not understanding something | |
| worried faceU+1F61F | shows anxiety or concern | |
| slightly frowning faceU+1F641 | sadder, less neutral | |
| frowning faceU+2639 U+FE0F | clearly displeased or unhappy | |
| face with open mouthU+1F62E | shows surprise or shock |
Similar emoji to the slanted mouth
The face with diagonal mouth emoji belongs to the face‑concerned family, so it’s easy to mix up with other worried or confused faces. The confused face 😕 generally signals not understanding, while the worried face 😟 signals anxiety. The slightly frowning face 🙁 is sadder, and the frowning face ☹️ is clearly displeased.
Compared to those, 🫤 is more neutral and less emotional. It often reads as sceptical or bemused rather than truly upset. For a stronger reaction, you might use the face with open mouth 😮 or hushed face 😯, which show surprise or shock.
What’s the difference between 🫤 and 😕?
Both show uncertainty, but 😕 (confused face) usually signals not understanding something, while 🫤 signals not liking it very much. Think of 😕 as “I’m lost” and 🫤 as “I’m not impressed.” If someone explains a complicated concept, you might send 😕; if they serve you cold soup, 🫤 fits better.
Another close relative is the pleading face 🥺, which is used to ask for something sweetly, whereas 🫤 expresses dissatisfaction. In short: 🥺 says “please,” 🫤 says “really?”
How to copy and use the face with diagonal mouth
You can copy the face with diagonal mouth emoji from this page: just highlight it and press Ctrl+C (or Cmd+C on Mac). On mobile, long‑press the emoji to copy it, then paste it anywhere you like.
On most keyboards, you can find it by searching for “face with diagonal mouth” or by browsing the smileys and emotion category.
Questions people ask
What does the 🫤 emoji mean?
The face with diagonal mouth emoji 🫤 generally expresses doubt, scepticism, or mild disappointment. It’s like saying “hmm” or “that’s not great” without being too negative.
What does 🫤 mean from a guy?
When a guy sends 🫤, it usually means he’s unsure, unimpressed, or slightly disappointed about something. It’s a low‑key reaction, not a strong emotional statement. Context matters, but it rarely signals anger.
Is 🫤 a sad emoji?
It can be used to show mild sadness, but it’s not as strong as the crying or sobbing faces. It’s closer to “meh” or “disappointed” than truly heartbroken.
About this guide
Written and maintained by the Emoji Directory editorial team, without ads or sponsorship. Meanings describe how the emoji is commonly used in public posts and messages, not an official definition. Names, code points, versions, keywords and translations come from the Unicode Emoji 18.0 and CLDR data; shortcodes from the gemoji project. Last reviewed . Spotted a mistake or a new usage? Tell us, or read how the directory is made.
