U+1F648 • Smileys & Emotion
See-no-evil Monkey Emoji
Meaning
The see no evil monkey, called Mizaru (Japanese for “see not”), one of the Three Wise Monkeys. Depicted as the brown 🐵 Monkey Face with hands covering its eyes.
The Three Wise Monkeys represent the proverb see no evil, hear no evil, speak no evil, frequently interpreted as a call for discretion or willful ignorance.
Often used as a playful way to convey a laughing, disbelieving, cringing I can’t believe what I’m seeing! or I can’t bear to look!
See also 🙉 Hear-No-Evil Monkey and 🙊 Speak-No-Evil Monkey.
This emoji is considered racist in some contexts, particularly when used to disparage, insult, and abuse people with dark skin, especially Black people.
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Technical Information
| Unicode | U+1F648 |
|---|---|
| Unicode Name | see-no-evil monkey |
| Shortcode | :see-no-evil-monkey: |
| Category | Smileys & Emotion |
| Subcategory | monkey-face |
| Version | E0.6 |
| Qualification | fully-qualified |
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the 🙈 See-no-evil Monkey emoji mean?
The see no evil monkey, called Mizaru (Japanese for “see not”), one of the Three Wise Monkeys. Depicted as the brown 🐵 Monkey Face with hands covering its eyes. The Three Wise Monkeys represent the proverb see no evil, hear no evil, speak no evil, frequently interpreted as a call for discretion or willful ignorance. Often used as a playful way to convey a laughing, disbelieving, cringing I can’t believe what I’m seeing! or I can’t bear to look! See also 🙉 Hear-No-Evil Monkey and 🙊 Speak-No-Evil Monkey. This emoji is considered racist in some contexts, particularly when used to disparage, insult, and abuse people with dark skin, especially Black people.
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 See-no-evil Monkey?
The Unicode for the See-no-evil Monkey emoji is U+1F648.
On which platforms can I use the 🙈 emoji?
You can use the See-no-evil Monkey 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 See-no-evil Monkey 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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