mouse face Emoji

๐Ÿญ ยท U+1F42D ยท Emoji 0.6

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What does the mouse face emoji mean?

Meaning reviewed and updated July 2026 ยท Unicode data from the official Unicode Standard

When users want to convey something small, quick, or stealthy, they often reach for the ๐Ÿญ emoji, which directly represents a mouse face, often used to symbolize quietness, agility, or cleverness, and can also be used figuratively to describe someone who is timid or sneaky, with some slang uses referencing computer mice or internet navigation, particularly in tech or gaming communities. The ๐Ÿญ emoji can also be used to add a touch of playfulness or whimsy to a message. In some contexts, it may be used to represent a pest or nuisance. Overall, the ๐Ÿญ emoji is a versatile symbol that can convey a range of meanings depending on the situation.

How the mouse face emoji is used

The tone of messages using the ๐Ÿญ emoji can vary greatly, from lighthearted and humorous to more serious and sarcastic, often depending on the platform and audience, with younger users on TikTok and Snapchat more likely to use it in a playful or ironic way, while older users on Twitter or Facebook may use it more literally or in a more professional context. The ๐Ÿญ emoji is commonly used in texting and social media captions to add a visual element to a message, and its meaning can be influenced by the surrounding text and emojis. On some platforms, the ๐Ÿญ emoji may be used more frequently in certain communities, such as gaming or tech forums, where it can take on specific meanings related to computer hardware or software.

mouse face emoji examples

How to copy the mouse face emoji

To use the mouse face emoji, tap the Copy button above, then paste it (long-press then Paste on mobile, or Ctrl+V / Cmd+V on desktop) anywhere you can type: messages, captions, usernames, bios and documents. It copies the real Unicode character (U+1F42D), so it works on every app and platform, no download needed.

Also known as

animalfacemouse

mouse face emoji on different platforms

How the mouse face emoji looks across emoji sets. These designs come from openly-licensed sets (Twemoji, Google Noto, OpenMoji). See image credits.

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Twitter / X (Twemoji) design
Twitter / X (Twemoji)
Google Noto Color Emoji design
Google Noto Color Emoji
OpenMoji design
OpenMoji

mouse face Emoji Details

Emoji๐Ÿญ
Namemouse face
CategoryAnimals & Nature
CodepointsU+1F42D
Shortcode:mouse_face:
Emoji version0.6
Unicode version0.6
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mouse face Emoji FAQ

What does the mouse face emoji mean?

When users want to convey something small, quick, or stealthy, they often reach for the ๐Ÿญ emoji, which directly represents a mouse face, often used to symbolize quietness, agility, or cleverness, and can also be used figuratively to describe someone who is timid or sneaky, with some slang uses referencing computer mice or internet navigation, particularly in tech or gaming communities. The ๐Ÿญ emoji can also be used to add a touch of playfulness or whimsy to a message.

How do I copy and paste the mouse face emoji?

Tap the Copy button at the top of this page, then paste ๐Ÿญ wherever you type. Because it copies the real Unicode character, it works in every app on iPhone, Android, Windows and Mac.

What is the mouse face emoji Unicode codepoint?

It is U+1F42D, introduced in Emoji version 0.6 (Unicode 0.6). Its shortcode is :mouse_face:.

What are other names for the mouse face emoji?

People also search for the mouse face emoji as animal, face, mouse.

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