What Does the Blushing Emoji Mean? 😊 😳

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Decode the meanings of the blushed and flushed face emojis

Co-authored by Madeleine Flamiano Reviewed by Candace Gasper

Last Updated: April 12, 2024 Fact Checked

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Those rosy cheeks are eye-catching, but maybe they make you scratch your head, too. If you want answers about the 😊 (blushing smiley face) emoji or the 😳 (flushed face) emoji, we'll tell you what's up. Review our handy guide to brush up on the 😊 and the 😳 and keep your cool whenever you see either of them.

Blushing Emoji Meaning

The blushing smiley face emoji (😊) can convey that you’re super happy or that you’re sending “good vibes.”
The blushed emoji may also be a way to show affection or tell someone that you’re a little shy. You may even use the 😊 as an innocent way to flirt!
The flushed face emoji (😳) usually means that someone is embarrassed, feeling shy, or in disbelief after a shocking event.

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😊 (Blushing Smiley Face) Emoji Meanings

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The 😊 shows you’re perfectly happy. If you’re in a great mood and nothing can get you down, post a 😊. Whether you’re proud of an accomplishment, excited by an event, or simply soaking up the beauty of the present, a 😊 says you’re content.^{[1]
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- “So happy I moved to Cali! 🌴😊 The weather’s incredible!”
- “My parents are in town this week! 💛😊 I’m excited to catch up!”
- “I made the Dean’s List this year! 📚 😊 Glad my hard work paid off.”
- “I’m the top seller in my region! 💵 😊 Feeling proud!”
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A 😊 is also shorthand for “good vibes.” Want to be in the best state of mind? The 😊 has your back. With its serene smile, a 😊 tells everyone that you only have time for positivity. If you want to count your blessings and inspire friends, 😊 shows you’re glowing with appreciation.^{[2]
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- “Nothing can go wrong today! 😊 I’ve got my good luck amulet on! 🍀❇️”
- “On the lookout for just the positives. 🕵🏿‍♀️ 😊”
- “I’m out of debt and have a roof over my head. 🏡 😊”
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A 😊 conveys lots of affection. When you want to get everyone super sentimental, give them a dose of the 😊. A 😊 can also be a response to a cuteness overload. If something seems too sweet to be true, drop a 😊 to say you’re basically getting a sugar high.^{[3]
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- “Check the kitchen island, babe! I baked you a batch of cookies. 😊 🍪”
- “Cuddle pile with my three kittens! 😊 🐱🐱🐱”
- “What a cute lemonade stand! 🍋 💛 Such little entrepreneurs. 😊”
- “ Love the 🤍 ‘positive shark’ meme! 🦈 He takes a bite out of any bad day. 😊”
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The 😊 sometimes means you’re a little shy. Hit with some nerves or a little stage fright? Maybe you’re hoping for the best but just want some extra support. A 😊 will let your friends and followers know you could use a pep talk.
- “I’m about to go on stage in a few. 🎤 I hope all goes well. 😊”
- “OMG! What a compliment! 😊 I don’t even know what to say.”
- “Thanks for the friend request! I wanted to reach out but didn’t know how! 😊”
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The 😊 offers an innocent way to flirt. Want to boost someone’s self-esteem without getting too steamy? Make a sweet and respectful comment with a 😊⁠—you’ll probably make them smile right back!^{[4]
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- “You’re totally adorable. 😊 I’ve thought that since middle school. 🫣”
- “That selfie gives me butterflies. 🦋 😊 You’re just so stunning.”
- “Are you sure you’re not a movie star?! 🎬 🌟 You’ve got that ‘look’! 😊”

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What does the 😊 (blushing smiley face) emoji mean on Snapchat?

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On Snapchat, 😊 is code for great convos with one of your BFs. When you look at your “Friends” list, you should see a 😊 across from their name and avatar. Basically, a 😊 means that you talk to this user a lot but they’re not your #1 BF just yet.^{[5]
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- A 💛 goes next to your “#1 BF,” someone who you’ve sent the most Snaps to.
- ❤️ says a person has been your “#1 BF” for at least 2 weeks.
- 💕 is the symbol for someone who’s been your “#1 BF” for 2 months or more.

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Meanings of a 😳 (Flushed Face) Emoji

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Usually, the 😳 captures embarrassment. When your cheeks are burning because you made a silly mistake, the 😳 turns it into a funny story everyone can get a kick out of.^{[6]
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- “Oops! Didn’t mean to ‘cc’ you on an email about your own surprise party! 😳”
- “Checked myself out in the store window…everyone saw me. 🪟 Oof! 😳”
- “My stomach growled like a lion during a silent meditation. 🦁 😳”
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If you’re feeling shy, a 😳 gets your point across. If you’re dipping your toes into a new experience or just expressing what makes you nervous, the 😳 will help get you sympathy and support.
- “Trying to put myself out there…soooo…I signed up for speed dating. 😳 Here goes nothing. ⌛”
- “I was invited to speak on a panel and give my POV about comic books. 💥 😳 This’ll be new.”
- “I’m a total introvert. 🫥 Please don’t throw me into a new crowd without telling me. 😳”
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If you’re blown away by a jaw-dropping event, a 😳 expresses disbelief. If an earth-shattering moment has changed your world, tell all your friends that you need a second to collect yourself with a 😳. If someone took your breath away with a kind gesture, a 😳 also works as a compliment.^{[7]
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- “I thought it was a real soda can, but it turned out to be cake! 🥫 😳 I’m still shook!”
- “Did you really make that trick shot?! 🏀 😳 I can’t believe it!”
- “I couldn’t walk across the stage, so my mom announced my graduation on a billboard! 💖😳”
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If you’re so excited you’re speechless, a 😳 does the talking. If you can’t find the right words to say how happy you are, the 😳 does just the trick. Everyone will be rooting for you and thrilled about what might happen next.^{[8]
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- “My bf…well…my fiancé, now!...got down on one knee in Times Square today! 😳 🥰”
- “I finally finished med school and was just accepted into a residency! 😳 🏥”
- “Just packed my bags! 🧳👜 I’m leaving the country for the first time in my life! 😳”
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If you’re flustered by a crush, a 😳 helps you confess it. Want to finally admit you’re attracted to someone? The 😳 will prove it took a lot of guts and courage. A 😳 also lets your current SO know you still find them totally drool-worthy.^{[9]
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- “That selfie is too hot to handle. 🔥😳 Wow.”
- “I blush every time I get a notification from you. 📱😳”
- “I’ve been meaning to tell you…I think you’re super dateable. 😳”
- “Every time I look at you, hon, I’m hit with the warm fuzzies. 😳 🚚 💕”

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Similar Emojis

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Express yourself with other emojis that say you’re blushing. Whether you're hit by Cupid's bow or a bit of embarrassment, these are some options at your fingertips to let everyone know your mood:^{[10]
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- 😚 (Kissing Face with Closed Eyes) Emoji: With its rosy cheeks and puckered lips, it’s a go-to for SOs!
- 🥰 (Smiling Face with Hearts) Emoji: All those floating hearts can convey either platonic or romantic love.
- 🤭 (Face with Hand Over Mouth) Emoji: This light-hearted emoji usually suggests you’ve made a mischievous joke or a funny slip-up.
- 🫣 (Face with Peeking Eye) Emoji: When you can’t believe what you or someone else did, this emoji shows you still have to watch what happens next.
- 🥵 (Hot Face) Emoji: Depending on the context of your message, you can be flirty and funny or extremely spicy with this little symbol.
- =^.^=: This text-based swap for an emoji can depict a happy person with “smiling eyes” or a gleeful feline.
- ^_^: This emoticon originated in Japan and shows that you’re full of joy.

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