Duck face

The "・3・" emote, also known as the "Duck face" emote, typically depicts a face with closed eyes and puckered lips resembling a duck's bill. It is often used to convey a playful or flirtatious tone in online communication.

In some online communities, the Duck Face emote signals playful annoyance, like when someone keeps interrupting a conversation but you don't want to be too harsh about it

Among teens, using the Duck Face emote is a way to show they're paying attention but not fully invested, kind of like shrugging with your face

On dating apps, the Duck Face emote can hint at a subtle 'maybe' in response to a question about future plans, keeping the door open without committing

In workplace chats, the Duck Face emote lets coworkers express hesitation or mild disagreement without coming off as confrontational or critical

For older generations, the Duck Face emote might feel confusing or even condescending, as they associate it with younger people being half-serious and half-mocking