smiling face with horns
A mischievous devil with a playful grin.
Basic Information
- Unicode U+1F608
- Emoticon >:)
- Version Emoji 1
- Category smileys & emotion
- Subcategory negative
Platform Meaning
A mischievous devil with a playful grin.
Tags
Platform Meaning
- Apple： Represents playful mischief or cheeky humor on Apple devices.
- Google： Portrays a sense of slyness or cunning on Google platforms.
- Twitter： Often used to convey devilish charm or lighthearted trouble on Twitter.
- Unicode： Unicode officially describes it as a 'smiling face with horns' (U+1F608).
Detailed Introduction
The 😈 emoji, commonly known as the 'devil' or 'mischief' emoji, conveys a sense of playfulness, cheekiness, or mild troublemaking. It is often used to depict someone who is up to no good, joking around, or teasing others in a lighthearted way. This emoji can also symbolize rebellion, sarcasm, or a devilish charm. It is frequently used in casual conversations to add humor or imply a harmless prank. On various platforms, its design may differ slightly, but the core emotion remains the same—suggesting mischief without malice. It's popular in messages where someone wants to show they're joking or being a bit naughty, such as after a playful comment or a harmless white lie.