The "(* ´ ェ`*)" emote, also known as the "Bad Blushed Mood" emote, is a Japanese emoticon that typically represents shyness, embarrassment, or blushing. It features a small face with closed eyes, rosy cheeks, and a mouth that forms a slight smile or frown depending on the context. The emote is often used in online communication to convey feelings of bashfulness, discomfort, or awkwardness.
- Merriment & Self-doubt:
"I'm laughing with my friends, but I'm worried they don't really like me (* ´ ェ`*)" - Enthusiasm & Humiliation:
"I danced in public, but I forgot the steps (* ´ ェ`*)" - Satisfaction & Timidity:
"I finished a difficult task, but I'm too shy to ask for feedback (* ´ ェ`*)"
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