Comprehensive Guide to Emoji Meanings
The smiley face with a happy smile is one of the most used and sent emojis in the world: someone U+1F600
just want to say hi, express joy or excitement about something, or send a short message.
Smiling face with an open mouth
The classic smiley with a smiling face and expressive eyes. It is positive and demonstrates a U+1F603.
contagious happiness.
Smiley face with an open mouth and happy eyes
The joke is killer! The smiley continues with radiant eyes of joy. Laughs out loud, in a way
casual and extroverted. It differs from the classic smiley only by its eyes
typical of emoji. It can also be used sarcastically.
Smiling face with mouth open and eyes closed
It is used along with malicious laughter about something, or a situation that occurred.
with another person.
Winking face
Smiley winks mischievously. It is used as an expression of humor when someone
is having fun, flirting or when there are ulterior motives. This wink U+1F609
ensure lightness in the message, so that it is interpreted in a funny way and not taken seriously
very seriously.
Smiling face with laughing eyes
Shy and embarrassed smile. The red cheeks are an expression of joy.
Smiling Face with Smiling Eyes
It represents happiness, contentment, peace of mind, and gratitude. It is a variant based on
no: ^^.
Slightly smiling face
Shows a slight smile and indicates that someone is satisfied with themselves and with
others. You can make a statement sound friendlier than a written text. U+1F642
just with words. Furthermore, it can have a sarcastic meaning if used.
in a context where a smile is not appropriate.
Smiling face
☺ I am as happy as a chick in the trash! Absolutely satisfied and speechless. It is a U+263A
expression of happiness in response to a great compliment or an important event.
Blushing little face
Someone is shocked, in an uncomfortable situation or has made a mistake. Expresses
shame. It can also be used to respond to a compliment or a message
compliment that you didn't expect to receive.
Smiling face with smiling eyes
Happy face with a mischievous laugh. Represents lightness and exuberance. Used for grinning face with smiling eyes
to demonstrate joy, excitement or a bit of embarrassment.
Little face making a grimace
What a shame! It is an expression of nervousness or embarrassment. For example, it can
Grimacing Face
to be used when someone did something stupid and is trying to ease the tense situation by
send a grimace.
Smirking face with a conceited and mischievous air
A smile in the corner of the mouth, expressing a certain vanity. A sign of irony, relaxation or
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fun. Be careful: someone might be plotting something. It is also used for
flirt or imply sexual intentions.
Upside down face
I'm not being serious! The message implies some double meaning, irony, or something.
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funny. The person is talking nonsense and making jokes or responding to a
joke.
Smiling face with heart-shaped eyes
Happy and radiant little face, with heart-shaped eyes. Someone is very U+1F60D
in love with another person, a place, or an object. It demonstrates the dimension of love and
of affection, and is often used in romantic messages. For when you don't know what...
do it with so much happiness.
Desolate face
Something unexpected happened! Face with raised eyebrows, mouth and eyes wide open. It is
anguished face
a mixture of shock and disappointment. It represents fear, frustration, and horror, bad news and
unexpected.
Dazed little face
I am dizzy! The crossed eyes and open mouth emoji is totally dazed and confused U+1F635
what to do. In addition, it also symbolizes strong emotions or intoxication.
Surprised little face
How incredible, I had no idea! A stunned face with mouth and eyes wide open:
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is surprised by something, completely shocked or incredulous. Can hardly believe what
it just happened.
Puzzled face with an open mouth
I can't believe you did that! It expresses horror, fear, concern, and distrust.
response to an unpleasant and negative surprise. Someone was caught off guard and is without
reaction.
Face with an open mouth and vomiting
I'm almost throwing up. Or even to tell about a day when you were drunk. ZIPPER-MOUTHED FACE
the smiling face with a vomit emoji can also be used to express how you feel about something.
Person with protective mask
The mask means protection. Protecting you or others from diseases and infections.
Someone is in the hospital, must see a doctor or caught a virus. The use of these masks is
a widely practiced activity in Asia.
Frozen face of fear
Screams terrified with both hands on his mouth. He is paralyzed by fear or has received news.
shocking. This scared emoji can also be used ironically or as a
symbol for Halloween.
scared little face
The scared little face is afraid and stunned. It seems to be deeply shocked. Fearful face
surprised by a frightening event or alarming situation.
Little face crying intensely
Desperate face and heartbroken, tears fall from the eyes like in a
Crying Face
waterfall. Expresses loss, pain, or defeat. It is also used ironically or when something
It's so funny that someone is dying of laughter.
Little face with an exploding head
I can't believe it! or 'This is going to ruin you!'. Something is very surprising or exciting.
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This exploding head emoji can also be used to express shock or
fear.
Smiling face with starry eyes
He is very impressed and totally excited about something. Surprised and amazed after
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finding someone you like very much. Fascinated by fame and the universe of
celebrities.
Little face with an open mouth and sweating cold.
I'm shocked! Scared little face with sweat running down the forehead. It's worrying. Fearful Face
mouth is open and speechless. The sweat is due to emotional stress.
Little face with hand covering the mouth
Expresses shock, surprise, or a sudden idea. A typical gesture, indicating that the other zany face
You are not telling the truth. It seems you are being deceived.
Little face crying
A sad face with a tear running down the cheek. The feeling is of someone who is about to
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low and hurt. It expresses much more the pain for something specific, rather than a melancholy
It still hurts a lot to remember an event.
Little face with symbols in the mouth
The symbols in the mouth indicate swear words. This serious-looking smiley could not be U+1F92C.
more irritated. That's why I go around cursing and swearing.
Disappointed face, yet relieved
He is relieved that something has ended, but at the same time disappointed or worried.
Went through a stressful situation and had a disappointing outcome, such as for example Sad but relieved
a test. You have just come out of a difficult or delicate moment, after having struggled with
nails and teeth.
Little face with cold sweat
Stress or worry about a bad experience. Things happened differently from the
Face with Cold Sweat
As was expected. The studies are stressing or there are increasingly more things to do in
work. Someone is already tired, but still has many things to resolve.
Smiling face with open mouth and cold sweat
Sweaty smile. Relief, because everything went well and turned out right, like for example, a
important commitment. A big challenge is approaching and the person already feels
nervosa.
Little face crying with laughter
My belly already hurts from laughing so much! Something is so, so funny that it makes you cry.
Face with Tears of Joy
laughing. Had a fit of laughter and can't stop anymore. This emoji is one of the most
popular and was chosen as "word of the year" in 2015.
Sleepy face
The emoji is dead tired and would prefer to be sleeping in your bed. The bubble is coming out.
Frowning face
the nose is a characteristic sign in manga, indicating that the character is sleeping. Or
as an expression that a conversation or an outing is so boring that it makes you sleepy.
Little guy sending a kiss
A little face sends you a kiss. It's friendly and expresses affection, care, or intentions.
romantic. It can also serve to soften a sarcastic response or be used as
response to a rude message. It is a symbol of flirting and a demonstration of
gratitude.
Kissing face
A carinha manda beijos para outra pessoa. Os olhos abertos e o rosto neutro dá a impressão
that it is not an intimate kiss, but rather a kiss for friends and relatives. It works for
expressar “obrigado“, “olá“ e “tchau“. Também “assobio “ ou “pose com biquinho “.
Kissing face with smiling eyes
Relaxed expression, smiling eyes, and lips blowing kisses. Common as a kiss between
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friends or family. "We send a hug and a kiss." It can also be used to
whistles.
Kissing face with closed eyes
Little face with closed eyes and rosy cheeks. Expresses gratitude for
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any tips or a favor. Send a loving kiss to friends, family more
next and flirting.
Crazy little face
Something is insane and funny. The atmosphere is one of total relaxation and no one is afraid to be
Face with hand over mouth
bobo and crazy. Completely mad for a surprise or for joy. Maybe someone
I should have made a hairier joke.
Little face without a mouth
The mouthless emoji means silence. Someone cannot or does not want to say something about a.
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certain subject. It is used in difficult, embarrassing, or even heavy conversations. Imagine the
what he wouldn't say, if he had a mouth.
Face with an open mouth
Wow, I'm impressed! This emoji shows that it is surprised and stunned. It can be both
positively as negatively surprised: it ranges from a small admiration to total
astonishment.
Little face rolling its eyes
Emoji rolls its eyes: finds the current situation, or one, boring and annoying. Doesn't feel. U+1F644
but a desire to read the messages.
Thoughtful face
It's the position of the thinker: the thoughtful face with hand on chin. It questions a
Thinking face
assertion, a person's intelligence, an idea. It is analyzing something or architecting
a brilliant idea.
Expressionless face
Expressionless face with eyes and mouth closed. Shows that he is tired, irritated.
Expressionless face
with something, without patience, with a face of few friends. Also used when the lack of
words for a conversation.
Face with a zipper on the mouth
The zipper in place of the mouth means that the lips are sealed. The secret is safe and the ZIPPER-MOUTH FACE
silence will be maintained. It can also be used when someone doesn't know what to answer.
Little face with a fever thermometer
The sad little face with a thermometer in its mouth means that one is sick. Caught a cold.
or another disease associated with fever. Or when one is worried about getting sick.
Little face sleeping
Good night and sweet dreams! The zZz above the head in comics or strips means that the
Zzz
the character is sleeping. The emoji is tired, wanting to go to bed or is
about to fall asleep due to boredom.
Little guy who is loving the delicious food
The emoji licks its lips: it is hungry, just did something incredibly
delicious or scraped the plate. It is also interpreted as a grimace, with the tongue sticking out.
and used as a funny response or joke.
Face with one eyebrow raised
Remember an interrogative expression that became very famous with the actor "The Rock" Face with One Eyebrow Raised
(Dwayne Johnson). It can be used to express skepticism, disbelief, or disapproval.
Face with tongue out and blinking eye
The cheeky smiley sticks its tongue out and winks with one eye. It just made a
sneering face
joking, just playing around or wants to flirt with the interlocutor. They are carefree and not
seriously speaking.
Face with tongue out
Used to tease friends, soften an ironic observation or make it clear that
one should not take seriously what has been said. He is mocking the other: I knew, that you
it would end up ruining everything.
Little face with monocle
The monocle is glasses with only one lens. At the end of the 19th century, it was a status symbol.
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social. Something seems strange to me! The smiley looking around suspiciously. The version of
“elite“ do smiley ponderado.
Little face with tongue out and squinted eyes
To make fun of someone, to irritate or insult jokingly. In provocative news, in jokes.
politically incorrect or dark humor, as well as joy in the pain of others.
Little face with a money mouth
The smiley has a dollar sign in its eyes and a banknote as its tongue. Could it
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having gained some capital or being optimistic about finances. It demonstrates a feeling of
wealth.
Nerdy little guy
Large glasses, awkward smile, and buck teeth. It is used in a funny or ironic way.
to refer to nerds or to express how smart you are. It's the classic stereotype U+1F913
of a nerd; that is, a smart person but depicted in a funny way with
some deficiency in social interaction.
Little face with sunglasses
Exudes style. Thinks he is the best, has achieved something very good and is proud of it.
It symbolizes the sun, holidays, and summer at the beach.
Open hands
The open hands extend to the opposite side. It represents affection and openness. It can also be U+1F450.
to represent a hug.
Contracted biceps
The arm with a contracted bicep says: 'You can do it!' or 'I feel strong!'. It is also Flexed Biceps
used in sports practice, for example in the gym.
Person raising their hands up in celebration
Hallelujah! The hands are raised in celebration. The person feels as if they are in
person raising both hands in celebration
a party, dancing wildly, having fun and enjoying the moment. It can also
"Banzai", a Japanese chant that brings happiness and luck for 10,000 years.
Person praying with palms together
Two closed hands. He has just returned to himself, makes a prayer or seeks enlightenment. Also Person raising both hands in celebration
used for 'high five', as well as 'thank you'.
Volcanic greeting
The fingers are pressed between the ring finger and the middle finger to create a "V". This sign of
The hand has its origin in a Jewish blessing. It became famous with the series 'Star Trek.'
Raised Hand with Fingers Splayed
(Vulcan greeting) and by Mr. Spock. Live long and prosper.
Writing hand
Right hand holding a pen. It is related to the act of writing. I will enter into
✍ contact and I will write you a message. A test at school is pending. Write a ✍
poem for the loved one.
Nail polish
The woman painting her nails is getting ready for a special occasion or is beautifying herself to go out.
Nail Polish
It can represent beauty in general, femininity, or a visit to the manicure. Symbol of
casualness and carefreeness.
Mouth
A slightly open and red mouth, thick lips incite a strong attraction in both
the sexes. "A kiss for you" or "Today I will sing at a party."
Language
Sticking out the tongue is a cheeky gesture and a childish sign of rebellion. It can be
used to reinforce some joke made, to mock or provoke. I'm in a good mood
humor and having fun!
Footprints
Two footprints indicate difficulties that are quickly overcome by themselves.
Footprint
efforts. Also used as a symbol for a baby's feet. Or also to say:
I'm on my way!
Ear
The ear emoji can mean 'I am listening to something' or 'You have my full attention'.
Moreover, the ear is one of the erogenous zones for both men and women.
Nose
The nose generally represents the sense of smell. The emoji should show that something has a
strong smell. Depending on the context, this can be more or less pleasant.
Eyes
Attention, someone is watching you! Two eyes are looking to the left. Something is
being observed and verified. You are under watch!
Head speaking
The figure of a face talking. It can refer to rumors or to a person who likes to. Barbed wire
talk a lot. The rumor is already spreading!
Silhouette of a bust
Silhouette of a person, a shadow. Represents anonymity, secrets, and things
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unknown. It is often used in software or computers as the symbol of
user or guest profile.
Eye
I am keeping an eye on you! Something is interesting to watch or is being observed. In cultures
antiquities, often it is a religious symbol, like the Eye of Horus or the evil eye in
eye
East.
Silhouette of two busts
The silhouette of two people. A trusted friend is behind you. It also symbolizes Busts in silhouette
a community or group.
Baby
A baby face with a strand of hair. Emoji may indicate an impending pregnancy or the Baby
desire to have a baby.
Boy
Male child, between eight and twelve years old. It is related to children.
Boy
childhood and family. It can also be used to indicate that someone behaves in
immature way.
Girl
Face of a girl smiling with her cute braids. Represents youth and a girl
happy childhood. "Don't be a little girl" or "the girls will win".
Woman
She is a great woman! The emoji shows an adult female face. It refers to the Woman
gender can mean many things: from mother, or businesswoman; to neighbor.
Man
Adult male face with a mustache. Simple and common emoji. Usually can Man
to be used to represent men, e.g.: one speaks about someone whose name is unknown.
Elderly woman
You can tell this to your grandmother. A friendly mature woman with glasses and bread. Can do you
refer to a family member or a friendlier older neighbor.
Elderly man
Elderly gentleman with a friendly appearance, with wrinkles and baldness. Generally represents the
aging, a father figure, the grandfather, or perhaps a teacher. The emoji can express
how one feels after a difficult day or also to call the other old.
Police
The police - your friend and helper. Often used in a police context. Drove more
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faster than allowed. Or the (own) investigations are underway, the causes
are being investigated!
Bricklayer
This emoji shows a construction worker with a hard hat and safety vest. Person in suit levitating
Used in connection with strenuous physical work.
Detective
A disguised investigator with a typical coat and hat. Sometimes he uses a magnifying glass to
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inspect the evidence closely. The masked face means confidentiality or secrecy. I will
unravel the mystery!
Baby angel
I am innocent or "You are an angel!" The little angel emoji with a halo around its head U+1F47C
it generally represents a miracle, hope, or faith.
Princess
A beautiful, noble, and kind princess, with a crown or tiara. The dream of all.
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girls. Be happy when a man sends you this emoji, because with it he means
that you are your princess.
Bride
I am getting married! It refers to the bride, to a wedding, or to a future wedding. It can be
Bride with veil
used for invitations, wedding anniversaries, party planning or looking for
a wedding dress.
Mermaid
This mythical female creature lives in the water and is a mix of woman and fish. Only the
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the love of a man frees the mermaid from her destiny. Well known is the 'Ariel' from Walt
Disney.
Person bending intensely
A person bending to you. They are grateful for something and bow deeply to you. Person bowing deeply
It can also be a tribute.
Person with arms shaped like an 'x'
No, not like that! A woman with crossed arms and a defensive attitude. It shows you that something Person Gesturing No
It's wrong. A sign that one must stop.
Person with a pose as if everything is fine
All good! The woman holds her hands over her head forming a circle (sign of
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OK). I want to say that it's great. It represents support and approval. Because of the posture
it is also known as a ballerina.
Information agent
How can I help? The attentive and friendly woman at the information desk replies.
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a question from a client and uses a hand gesture. It can be used at the end of a
["What do you think?","I don't mind."]
Cheerful person raising one hand
The person is happy and raises their hand. They want to be noticed and express with that what they have. Waving Hand
a question or an answer.
Person hits their hand on their forehead
“Mão na testa“ é um gesto que se tornou popular através da série Jornada nas Estrelas. “Isso
Face with Hand over Mouth
It can't be true!", one thinks due to someone's foolishness. It can also be used
to symbolize shame.
Person shrugs shoulders
"I don't know how to help you" or "That's how life is." The shrugging of the shoulders shows Person Shrugging
ignorance, confusion or disinterest in something. Text version: ¯\_( )_/¯
Angry person
I am dissatisfied! The emoji expresses your discontent. It could be an indication of U+1F64E
that someone is angry and irritated.
Person with a furrowed brow
The emoji shows a woman with a furrowed face. Her expression is one of someone who is very U+1F64D
upset or saddened. It may indicate the receipt of sad news.
Person in the steam sauna
Let's relax! The steam sauna is heated to a temperature that ranges from 80 to 105 °.
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The visit ensures relaxation and promotes good health. In Scandinavia and Russia, it serves
even to cultivate social contacts.
Dancing
I want to celebrate or "I am so excited!" The dancer in a red dress Dancer
it is also often associated with salsa. It generally means fun and joy.
Man dancing
I had a lot of fun at the party! Did anyone have a lot of fun or would like to go out dancing?
again. Represents events of all types where one can dance.
Man and woman hold hands
By your side, everything is fine! A loving couple stays side by side. The man and the woman. family
they hold hands, radiating happiness.
Two women are holding hands
Two women holding hands. They can be best friends or sisters. The emoji can also be U+1F46D
explicitly signify the love between women.
Two men shake hands
We are a great team! Two men holding hands. It can represent friendship or a couple.
gay.
Casalsinho with a heart
I feel happy with you! A passionate couple (man and woman) side by side. Couple with Heart
Both are happy and laughing. The heart represents love.
Kiss
The man and the woman close their eyes and bring their lips together to kiss. They would like to U+1F48F
kissing now. The pink heart represents love.
Family
It can refer to the classic constellation of father, mother, child, or to a strong attachment to family.
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Someone is starting a family or was invited to a party only for people more
intimate.
Women's clothing
I'm going to get ready a lot today! Women's clothing can be worn on many occasions, whether U+1F45A
casual or in more serious places like at work. The blouse represents fashion and femininity.
T-shirt
Está ficando mais quente lá fora, pode-se voltar a usar roupas mais curtas. Novas camisas
they need to be bought, the girlfriend wants to go shopping. In the so-called Wet-T competition-
dress
Shirt, t-shirt participants are splashed with water.
jeans
Jeans are extremely popular among people of both sexes. Like pants of
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work, because of the robustness or as leisure pants, because of the looseness. The jeans
represents fashion, casual style or shopping.
Shirt and tie
A shirt with a matching tie is often worn at work and in necklace
formal occasions. There is something to celebrate and the man dresses elegantly.
Dress
Symbol of femininity. It doesn't matter if the dress is spaghetti strap for summer,
handbag
gala dress for a chic event or party dress for a night out. Represents
fashion, shopping or beauty.
Women with rabbit ears
Two women from Playboy magazine with bunny ears. These models represent the
Family
the American men's magazine Playboy is a global sign for "attraction." The emoji also
is used as a symbol for ballet, as well as for parties.
Man in a suit floating
Man in a hat and suit floating in the air. Mixture of exclamation point and the logo of U+1F574
band from the seventies "The Specialists". It can be used as a symbol for ghosts.
Pedestrian
A person is walking or going for a walk. It can also be used to person walking
signal another person to change gear or face something.
Runner
The person is very active and jogs regularly. Someone is late or in a hurry and Person running
run to get faster from one place to another. "I am on my way!"
Bikini
I want to swim and sunbathe! The bikini is a symbol of summer, sun, and fun. U+1F459
It can also mean 'You look great, what a sexy bikini!'
Kimono
Traditional Japanese clothing. The kimono is worn by men and women. Symbol of man in tuxedo
Japanese culture or cuisine, as well as travel to Japan.
Kiss mark
Red and sensual lipstick brand. Wants to give you a kiss and leave a lipstick mark.
It can mean 'You are a love' or 'Thank you!'
High heel
Attention, here comes a vampire! The red high heels awaken sexual desire.
the men. He wants to go out and live something exciting.
Women's sandals
The elegant women's sandal can only be worn in spring or summer. It represents days U+1F461
beautiful and warm, mild summer nights or holidays.
Men's shoes
I bought new shoes! The men's shoes can be worn for work, going out or
No laser. On average, men have 8 pairs of shoes, women 17.
Cartola
The top hat is worn in England on traditional occasions such as weddings.
Also known for the game Monopoly.
Hat
The hat is, on one hand, a sun protector, and on the other hand, a fashion accessory. Often
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made of straw, with wide brims and a ribbon. Symbol of summer and vacation. In many cultures a symbol
the social status.
Hood
Tomorrow is the closing ceremony! The black square hat with a tassel is
often called graduation cap, completion cap or cap graduation cap
academic. At the ceremony, after receiving an academic diploma, all the hats are
thrown in the air. Symbol of school graduation or exams, as well as of studies.
Rescue team helmet
The white cross is used in Japan as a safety warning at construction sites.
⛑ Helmet can refer to rescue teams or people who work in services of U+26D1
emergency.
Crown
Isso é ótimo ou “Você é o melhor!“ A coroa, cheia de joias preciosas, representa poder e Crown
luxury. Also known as king emoji.
Clutch
Let's go out tonight! The small and chic bag only has room for the essentials and is
held in hand. This stylish accessory is perfect for parties, business events or
other important events.
Glasses
I have to see everything about this! Glasses help people with visual impairments to see.
Glasses
world around you. Some also wear glasses to appear intellectual or smart.
Symbol of the cdfs or nerds.
Dark sunglasses
I have style! A symbol for hot and sunny days, but also for good style and
sunglasses
agent emblems. With sunglasses, one can observe other people without being noticed.
noted.
Open umbrella
☂ It is raining or it should rain. It would be better to take an umbrella with you. In Asia, it not only Umbrella
protects from the rain, but also from the sun.
Ring
Do you want to marry me? Or "I'm engaged!" The ring contains a diamond, the jewel.
most precious of all, mainly used in conversations about relationships or to
express approval.
Lipstick
I'm going to get ready! Lipstick beautifies millions of women's lips around the world.
the color of the red signal is associated with passion, liveliness, and attractiveness. It represents parties,
fashion and fun. It often comes together with dance emojis , for example, in the
time to plan a fun night.