"(ʾ̌ˆʿ̌)pͪoͣnͬpͣoͥnͭpͣa͡inͥ" or "Pon pon pain" is an emote commonly used in Japanese online communities, particularly in anime and manga fandoms. It depicts a character with a strained expression, often used to convey feelings of stress, frustration, or anger. The origin of the emote is unclear, but it has gained widespread use and recognition among internet users.