U+1FAE0 • Smileys & Emotion
Melting Face Emoji
Meaning
A yellow smiley face melting into a puddle.
The eyes and mouth slip down the face, yet still maintain a distorted smile. This quality lends this emoji to sarcasm.
Can be used literally to talk about extreme heat. Can also be used metaphorically to talk about embarrassment, shame, a slowly sinking sense of dread, or feeling overwhelmed in some way.
Google's original design for this emoji was featured on the cover of The New York Times in September 2021.
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Technical Information
| Unicode | U+1FAE0 |
|---|---|
| Unicode Name | melting face |
| Shortcode | :melting-face: |
| Category | Smileys & Emotion |
| Subcategory | face-smiling |
| Version | E14.0 |
| Qualification | fully-qualified |
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the 🫠 Melting Face emoji mean?
A yellow smiley face melting into a puddle. The eyes and mouth slip down the face, yet still maintain a distorted smile. This quality lends this emoji to sarcasm. Can be used literally to talk about extreme heat. Can also be used metaphorically to talk about embarrassment, shame, a slowly sinking sense of dread, or feeling overwhelmed in some way. Google's original design for this emoji was featured on the cover of The New York Times in September 2021.
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 Melting Face?
The Unicode for the Melting Face emoji is U+1FAE0.
On which platforms can I use the 🫠 emoji?
You can use the Melting 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 Melting 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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