frowning face with open mouth Emoji
😦 shows surprise, disappointment, or concern with a frown and an open mouth.
U+1F626
The 😦 emoji, called “Frowning Face with Open Mouth,” is often used to show shock or worry. It can also communicate disappointment when something doesn’t go as expected. Use it when you want your message to sound visibly uneasy.
frowning face with open mouth Emoji Meaning
😦 (Unicode: U+1F626) is commonly used to express surprise mixed with disappointment, worry, or discomfort. The open mouth suggests an “oh no” reaction, while the frown adds a negative feeling. People use it in chats to react to bad news, unexpected outcomes, or when someone is unsure or concerned. It can also fit situations like hearing a mistake, missing information, or realizing something didn’t work. Because the expression is clearly negative and unsettled, it works well when you want to emphasize that you’re not okay with what happened.
Common uses
- •Reacting to bad news or an unexpected problem
- •Showing disappointment when plans fall through
- •Expressing concern about something that could go wrong
- •Commenting “oh no” when you make a mistake or miss a detail
- •Signaling discomfort or unease in a conversation
Examples
😦 Frowning Face with Open Mouth
- 😦I can’t believe it got canceled 😦
- 😦Oh no, I forgot the files 😦
- 😦That sounds serious—are you okay? 😦
- 😦We missed the deadline… 😦
- 😦I didn’t expect that outcome 😦
Variations
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Technical codes
| Unicode | U+1F626 | |
| HTML Entity | 😦 | |
| HTML Code | 😦 | |
| CSS | \1F626 |
FAQ
What does 😦 usually mean?
It most often communicates surprise mixed with disappointment, worry, or discomfort—an “oh no” reaction.
How do I type 😦 on my device?
On most phones and computers, open the emoji picker and search for “frowning face” or “open mouth.” You can also paste it directly.
What is the Unicode for 😦?
The Unicode code point for 😦 is U+1F626.
Can I use 😦 to react to good news?
It’s generally not ideal for good news. 😦 is best for negative, unsettling, or disappointing reactions.