The "(　〇 □〇）" emote, also known as the "So Startled Boy" emote, is a Japanese emoticon used to express shock or surprise. It consists of three characters: two open circles for eyes and a square for a mouth, with a blank space in between. The blank space represents the bridge of the nose. The emote is often used in online communication, such as chat rooms or social media, to convey a sense of being taken aback or caught off guard.