The emoji with the unicode 1F479 is known as the
Ogre emoji. It is not a combined unicode, meaning it stands alone and is not made up of multiple emojis. The Ogre emoji is a representation of a red-faced creature, often depicted with sharp teeth, horns, and wild hair. It is inspired by the mythical creatures found in Japanese folklore, known as Oni.
The primary and most common uses for the Ogre emoji are to express strong negative emotions or reactions. It is often used to convey feelings of anger, frustration, or annoyance. It can also be used to represent a scary or monstrous character, making it popular around Halloween or when discussing horror movies or books.
Despite its scary appearance, the Ogre emoji can be used in a non-romantic or non-obvious way to represent positive sentiments or affiliations. For example, it can be used to show excitement or enthusiasm about something, similar to how one might say they are wild about a particular topic. It can also be used to represent strength or power, given the ogre's association with these traits in folklore.
The Ogre emoji is not among the most popular emojis used, likely due to its specific and somewhat niche symbolism. However, it holds cultural significance in Japan, where the Oni creature it represents is a common figure in traditional stories and celebrations. It is particularly associated with the Setsubun festival, where it is used to symbolize driving away evil spirits.
Related emojis include the 👺 Goblin emoji, which also originates from Japanese folklore, and the 😈 Smiling Face with Horns and 👿 Angry Face with Horns emojis, which share the Ogre emoji's association with mythical, monstrous figures.
The Ogre emoji does not have any specific associations with particular apps or communities. However, it may be used more frequently in communities interested in Japanese culture, folklore, or horror and fantasy genres. It can also be seen in discussions about the Setsubun festival on platforms like Twitter or Instagram.