U+1F47A • Smileys & Emotion
Goblin Emoji
Meaning
A menacing, red mask featuring a grotesquely long nose, angry eyes, and bushy eyebrows and mustache. Depicts a tengu, a proud trickster figure in Japanese folklore.
May popularly denote evil, anger, cruel or mischievous behavior, and sexual suggestion, due to the phallic appearance of its nose. May also represent supernatural or figurative trolls, goblins, and other such beings.
This emoji predates the inclusion of emojis within Unicode. It was first added to early Japanese emoji keyboards in 2003 by au by KDDI.
Also known as:
Technical Information
| Unicode | U+1F47A |
|---|---|
| Unicode Name | goblin |
| Shortcode | :goblin: |
| Category | Smileys & Emotion |
| Subcategory | face-costume |
| Version | E0.6 |
| Qualification | fully-qualified |
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the 👺 Goblin emoji mean?
A menacing, red mask featuring a grotesquely long nose, angry eyes, and bushy eyebrows and mustache. Depicts a tengu, a proud trickster figure in Japanese folklore. May popularly denote evil, anger, cruel or mischievous behavior, and sexual suggestion, due to the phallic appearance of its nose. May also represent supernatural or figurative trolls, goblins, and other such beings. This emoji predates the inclusion of emojis within Unicode. It was first added to early Japanese emoji keyboards in 2003 by au by KDDI.
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 Goblin?
The Unicode for the Goblin emoji is U+1F47A.
On which platforms can I use the 👺 emoji?
You can use the Goblin 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 Goblin 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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