The emoji with the Unicode 1F97A is known as the
Pleading Face emoji. It is not a combined Unicode, but a standalone one. The emoji depicts a yellow face with furrowed eyebrows, a small frown, and large, puppy dog eyes, as if begging or pleading. It also has a slight blush on its cheeks, further emphasizing its pleading expression.
The primary and most common uses for the Pleading Face emoji are to express a range of feelings, including earnestness, innocence, vulnerability, and mild distress. It is often used in digital communication to convey a sense of begging or pleading, such as when asking for a favor, expressing desire for something, or seeking forgiveness. It is also frequently used in social media reactions to evoke sympathy or to make a request seem more polite or less demanding.
Beyond its most common uses, the Pleading Face emoji can also be used to represent positive sentiments or affiliations. For instance, it can be used to express gratitude or appreciation in a humble and sincere manner. It can also be used to show admiration or affection towards someone or something, as the puppy dog eyes can symbolize a sense of awe or adoration.
The Pleading Face emoji has gained significant popularity and cultural significance, particularly among younger demographics. It is often associated with the "puppy dog eyes" trope commonly seen in popular culture, which is used to convey a sense of innocence and vulnerability to elicit sympathy. The emoji was also named the Oxford Dictionaries' "Word of the Year" in 2019, highlighting its widespread use and cultural impact.
Related emojis to the Pleading Face emoji include the
Crying Face emoji (😢), which can also express a sense of sadness or vulnerability, and the
Face with Tears of Joy emoji (😂), which can convey a sense of relief or joy after a stressful situation. The
Two Hearts emoji (💕) can also be used alongside the Pleading Face emoji to express affection or love.
In terms of specific context or unique associations, the Pleading Face emoji is commonly used across various social media platforms and messaging apps, including Snapchat, Instagram, and WhatsApp. It is particularly popular in online communities such as fandoms, where it is often used to express intense admiration or desire for a particular character, celebrity, or concept.