The "ʕ≧ᴥ≦ʔ" emote, also known as the "Excited Little Bear" emote, is a Japanese emoticon commonly used to express excitement, happiness, or cuteness. It features a bear face with raised paws and an open mouth, resembling a bear that is excitedly saying "hello" or "yay." The emote has gained popularity on social media and messaging platforms, and is often used in contexts related to cute animals, positivity, or general enthusiasm.