The "ʕ≧ᴥ≦ʔ" emote, also known as the "Bear winking" emote, is a popular ASCII art representation of a bear's face with a winking eye and a happy expression. It is often used to express cuteness, playfulness, or friendliness in online communication, such as in chat rooms, social media, or messaging apps. The emote has gained widespread popularity on the internet and has become a recognizable symbol of positivity and fun.