The emote "ʕ-ᴥ•๑ʔ" or "little bear winking an eye" is a popular Japanese emoticon that represents a cute and playful expression. The bear's face is made up of various characters, including a bear snout, eyes, and ears, and the overall effect is meant to convey a feeling of happiness or excitement. It is often used in online communication to express positive emotions or to add a lighthearted tone to a message.