U+1F97A • Smileys & Emotion
Pleading Face Emoji
Meaning
A yellow face with furrowed eyebrows, a small frown, and large, “puppy dog” eyes, as if begging, pleading, or yearning (possibly even in a NSFW manner, depending on the context). May also represent adoration or feeling touched by a loving gesture.
Huawei's design for this emoji includes a pair of 🙏 Folded Hands.
At its peak the Pleading Face was the third most popular emoji used on Twitter, and was the most commonly found emoji in tweets that include hearts. Used in sequence with pointing hands to indicate a bashful or shy pose (🥺👉👈) particularly on TikTok.
Also known as:
Technical Information
| Unicode | U+1F97A |
|---|---|
| Unicode Name | pleading face |
| Shortcode | :pleading-face: |
| Category | Smileys & Emotion |
| Subcategory | face-concerned |
| Version | E11.0 |
| Qualification | fully-qualified |
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the 🥺 Pleading Face emoji mean?
A yellow face with furrowed eyebrows, a small frown, and large, “puppy dog” eyes, as if begging, pleading, or yearning (possibly even in a NSFW manner, depending on the context). May also represent adoration or feeling touched by a loving gesture. Huawei's design for this emoji includes a pair of 🙏 Folded Hands. At its peak the Pleading Face was the third most popular emoji used on Twitter, and was the most commonly found emoji in tweets that include hearts. Used in sequence with pointing hands to indicate a bashful or shy pose (🥺👉👈) particularly on TikTok.
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 Pleading Face?
The Unicode for the Pleading Face emoji is U+1F97A.
On which platforms can I use the 🥺 emoji?
You can use the Pleading 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 Pleading 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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