The "\ (° _o) / ¯" emote or "I don't know that" emote is a combination of characters used to convey confusion, uncertainty, or ignorance. The raised arms and tilted head suggest a shrugging motion, while the raised eyebrows and open mouth indicate surprise or bewilderment. It is often used in online communication, particularly in chat rooms or forums, to express a lack of knowledge or understanding on a particular topic.
- Wonder & Unawareness:
"How do birds fly? I don't know. \ (° _o) / ¯" - Astounded & Uninformed:
"You're saying you climbed Mount Everest? \ (° _o) / ¯" - Surprise & Unfamiliarity:
"I didn't know you could cook that dish in the microwave. \ (° _o) / ¯"
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