U+1F921 • Smileys & Emotion
Clown Face Emoji
Meaning
A circus or birthday clown displayed with white face makeup, a red nose, exaggerated eyes and smile, and two tufts of hair (red or blue). Commonly used as comment on TikTok or other social media platforms to indicate that a person is foolish, idiotic and/or selfish.
May instead describe something that is creepy or scary. Sometimes used as an unflattering alias for Donald Trump.
Also known as:
Technical Information
| Unicode | U+1F921 |
|---|---|
| Unicode Name | clown face |
| Shortcode | :clown-face: |
| Category | Smileys & Emotion |
| Subcategory | face-costume |
| Version | E3.0 |
| Qualification | fully-qualified |
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the 🤡 Clown Face emoji mean?
A circus or birthday clown displayed with white face makeup, a red nose, exaggerated eyes and smile, and two tufts of hair (red or blue). Commonly used as comment on TikTok or other social media platforms to indicate that a person is foolish, idiotic and/or selfish. May instead describe something that is creepy or scary. Sometimes used as an unflattering alias for Donald Trump.
How do I copy the 🤡 emoji?
Click the "Copy Emoji" button on this page, or select the emoji (🤡) and press Ctrl+C (Windows) or Cmd+C (Mac).
What is the Unicode for Clown Face?
The Unicode for the Clown Face emoji is U+1F921.
On which platforms can I use the 🤡 emoji?
You can use the Clown Face emoji on all major platforms including iOS, Android, Windows, macOS, and all social media apps like WhatsApp, Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook.
How to Use the Clown Face Emoji
In Text Messages
"That was hilarious 🤡"
"I'm so relieved 🤡"
Perfect for expressing relief, nervous laughter, or awkward situations.
On Social Media
Captions: "When you barely make it on time 🤡"
Comments: "This is literally me 🤡"
Great for relatable content and reactions.
Professional Use
Emails: Use sparingly for lightening the tone
Slack/Teams: "Finally fixed that bug 🤡"
Adds personality to workplace communication.
Creative Combinations
🤡💦 (emphasized relief)
🤡😅 (double relief)
Combine with other emojis for unique expressions.
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