U+1F642 200D 2194 • Smileys & Emotion
Head Shaking Horizontally Emoji
Meaning
A yellow smiley face with closed eyes and a mouth with a subtle upward curl, shown with motion lines indicating that the smiley is shaking its head back and forth horizontally.
This is intended to depict a shaking head gesture, which is commonly (but not universally) used to indicate disagreement, denial, or rejection.
Also known as:
Technical Information
| Unicode | U+1F642 200D 2194 |
|---|---|
| Unicode Name | head shaking horizontally |
| Shortcode | :head-shaking-horizontally: |
| Category | Smileys & Emotion |
| Subcategory | face-neutral-skeptical |
| Version | E15.1 |
| Qualification | minimally-qualified |
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the 🙂↔️ Head Shaking Horizontally emoji mean?
A yellow smiley face with closed eyes and a mouth with a subtle upward curl, shown with motion lines indicating that the smiley is shaking its head back and forth horizontally. This is intended to depict a shaking head gesture, which is commonly (but not universally) used to indicate disagreement, denial, or rejection.
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 Head Shaking Horizontally?
The Unicode for the Head Shaking Horizontally emoji is U+1F642 200D 2194.
On which platforms can I use the 🙂↔️ emoji?
You can use the Head Shaking Horizontally 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 Head Shaking Horizontally 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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