U+1F978 • Smileys & Emotion
Disguised Face Emoji
Meaning
A yellow face with big glasses, a large nose, thick eyebrows, and a mustache. Used to represent someone in disguise.
The features of this particular disguised face are taken from the “Groucho Mask” or “Groucho Glasses,” designed in the likeness of the caricature played by Julius Henry Marx in the Marx Brothers' films. These comedic films were popular in the 1930s and ‘40s, and the mask has been a mainstay of joke shops since as early as the 1940s.
Other emoji faces in disguise include 🦸 Superhero and 🦹 Supervillain.
Also known as:
Technical Information
| Unicode | U+1F978 |
|---|---|
| Unicode Name | disguised face |
| Shortcode | :disguised-face: |
| Category | Smileys & Emotion |
| Subcategory | face-hat |
| Version | E13.0 |
| Qualification | fully-qualified |
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the 🥸 Disguised Face emoji mean?
A yellow face with big glasses, a large nose, thick eyebrows, and a mustache. Used to represent someone in disguise. The features of this particular disguised face are taken from the “Groucho Mask” or “Groucho Glasses,” designed in the likeness of the caricature played by Julius Henry Marx in the Marx Brothers' films. These comedic films were popular in the 1930s and ‘40s, and the mask has been a mainstay of joke shops since as early as the 1940s. Other emoji faces in disguise include 🦸 Superhero and 🦹 Supervillain.
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 Disguised Face?
The Unicode for the Disguised Face emoji is U+1F978.
On which platforms can I use the 🥸 emoji?
You can use the Disguised 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 Disguised 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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