face with open mouth Emoji
😮 shows surprise, shock, or sudden realization with an open mouth.
U+1F62E
The 😮 emoji, called “Face with Open Mouth,” is a quick way to show surprise or amazement. It works well when you want your message to feel immediate and expressive. Below you’ll find meaning, examples, and copy variations.
face with open mouth Emoji Meaning
😮 (FACE WITH OPEN MOUTH, U+1F62E) is commonly used to express surprise, shock, or being genuinely impressed. People use it when something unexpected happens, when they learn a surprising fact, or when a situation feels bigger than expected. In chats, it can signal “Wait, what?” or “I can’t believe that,” depending on the surrounding text and tone. It’s also a helpful reaction emoji for content that stands out—like big news, impressive results, or sudden changes. Use it to add emotional emphasis without writing a long explanation.
Common uses
- •Reacting to unexpected news or announcements
- •Expressing surprise at a result, achievement, or outcome
- •Calling attention to surprising facts in a chat or comment
- •Adding emphasis to “Wait…” or “I didn’t know that!” messages
- •Reacting to unexpected changes in plans, schedules, or events
Examples
😮 Face with Open Mouth | Meaning & Copy
- 😮You’re moving next week? 😮
- 😮I can’t believe you finished it already 😮
- 😮Wait—this is the same code from last year? 😮
- 😮That price dropped overnight! 😮
- 😮No way, you got the job? 😮
Variations
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Technical codes
| Unicode | U+1F62E | |
| HTML Entity | 😮 | |
| HTML Code | 😮 | |
| CSS | \1F62E | |
| Decimal | 128558 |
How to type face with open mouth Emoji (😮)
On Windows
In Word, type 1F62E then press Alt + X. Or open the emoji picker with Windows key + period.
On Mac
Press Control + Command + Space to open Character Viewer and search for the character.
On Linux
Press Control + Shift + U, type 1f62e, then press Enter or Space.
Anywhere
Copy 😮 with the button above and paste it wherever you need it — this works on every device and in every app, with no keyboard shortcut to remember.
FAQ
What does 😮 mean?
It typically means surprise, shock, or sudden amazement, depending on the context of the message.
Is 😮 appropriate for friendly reactions?
Yes. In most casual conversations, it’s used as a friendly reaction to surprising (but not threatening) information.
How do I copy 😮 for websites and apps?
You can use the raw character 😮, or copy the HTML entity 😮, the CSS escape \\1F62E, or the JavaScript escape \\u{1F62E}.
When should I not use 😮?
If the news is serious or needs a more specific emotion (like sadness or anger), choose a different emoji that matches the tone more accurately.