The "ʕ•͡ᴥ•͡ʔ" emote, also known as the "smiling bear" emote, is a text-based representation of a cute bear face with a smiling expression. It is often used to convey happiness, cuteness, or playfulness in online communication, particularly in chat rooms, forums, and social media platforms. The emote has gained popularity over the years and is now widely recognized as a symbol of positivity and friendliness in online communities.