U+1F5E8 • Smileys & Emotion
Left Speech Bubble Emoji
Meaning
A left-facing speech bubble, as used in comic books to represent spoken dialogue.
Can be used in social media posts to frame text as spoken dialogue or a quoted statement, including imagined dialogue or exchanges.
Originally encoded in Unicode 7.0 (2014) as a text character, it was later recommended for emoji presentation in Emoji 2.0 (2015).
Also known as:
Technical Information
| Unicode | U+1F5E8 |
|---|---|
| Unicode Name | left speech bubble |
| Shortcode | :left-speech-bubble: |
| Category | Smileys & Emotion |
| Subcategory | emotion |
| Version | E2.0 |
| Qualification | unqualified |
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the 🗨️ Left Speech Bubble emoji mean?
A left-facing speech bubble, as used in comic books to represent spoken dialogue. Can be used in social media posts to frame text as spoken dialogue or a quoted statement, including imagined dialogue or exchanges. Originally encoded in Unicode 7.0 (2014) as a text character, it was later recommended for emoji presentation in Emoji 2.0 (2015).
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 Left Speech Bubble?
The Unicode for the Left Speech Bubble emoji is U+1F5E8.
On which platforms can I use the 🗨️ emoji?
You can use the Left Speech Bubble 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 Left Speech Bubble 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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