Also known as: gasp, shocked, surprised, hand over mouth, oops
The Face with Hand Over Mouth (🫢) shows a face with wide eyes and a hand covering the mouth — the classic I cannot believe I just said that expression. It conveys shock, surprise, or the moment you realize you have made a mistake.
Unlike 😱 (scream), which is about fear, 🫢 is about social surprise — saying something you should not have, hearing unexpected gossip, or witnessing an awkward moment. The combination of wide eyes plus covered mouth makes it feel more nuanced than simpler shock emojis.
Not sure if 🫢 is the right choice? The Face with Open Eyes and Hand Over Mouth emoji is best for expressing the specific emotions described above. If you need a different nuance, try one of the related emojis listed above. Each emoji carries its own emotional weight and cultural context — choosing the right one can completely change how your message lands.
Click the copy button above to copy the Face with Open Eyes and Hand Over Mouth emoji (🫢) to your clipboard. Then paste it anywhere — iMessage, WhatsApp, Instagram, TikTok, Twitter, Facebook, email, or any app that supports emojis. On desktop, you can also right-click the emoji and select "Copy Emoji" or use Ctrl+C (Cmd+C on Mac) after selecting it.