Different Emojis: 10+ ideas for your messages

Nowadays, almost everyone uses emojis to communicate! But are you using them right? Learn about different emojis to use in your messages.

With the growing advancement of social networks and smartphones in the last decade, a very characteristic aspect of this technological movement: the famous emojis!

They – which already existed among us back in the days of Orkut and MSN, but in a much simpler and more timid way – began to become quite popular with the growth of users who used networks like WhatsApp, Facebook and Instagram.

Nowadays, with the ever-increasing variety of emojis – and new options arriving every year – our communication is becoming increasingly 'emojiized'.

This movement is so visible that, nowadays, it is possible to write complete sentences – and even convey a message or idea – using only emojis.

That said, we have a question: which emojis do you use most in your daily life?

No matter how much or how little – since it depends a lot on each person’s writing style – everyone uses emojis, right? Whether it’s to talk about things related to work, school/college or even to talk to family and/or friends, an emoji here and there always goes a long way.

And to help you explore the world of emojis a little more and stay on top of the main different emojis for you to use and expand your repertoire when it comes to 'emojization' of your conversations on social networks!

Different Emojis: 10+ ideas for your messages

Did you know that on social media – especially WhatsApp – if you click to type a message and go to the emojis area, you will come across the emojis you use most?

It may seem like a silly 'trick', but believe me: many people don't know this information. 

At that moment, you will realize which emojis are essential in your daily conversations and, automatically, you will discover which ones you don't use that much.

But what if we changed that and helped you add new emojis to your messaging routine?

Next, we'll show you a brief list with some ideas for different emojis to use in your messages!

Dotted face

One of the newest emojis is the dotted face emoji.

The most common meaning for it is a feeling of upset, as if the person really wants to disappear because of a disappointment. 

Different Emojis | Exploding Head 🤯

Everyone has been in a situation where you are so shocked by something that it feels like your head is going to explode, right? 

At these times, the best emoji to convey this feeling is, without a doubt, the exploding head emoji!

It can also be used for moments of mental exhaustion, tiredness and even a very strong headache. 

Covering your face but spying with your eyes

Another recent emoji that has been very popular is the emoji covering its face but looking with its eyes. 

It can be used in situations that arouse the curiosity of the user, but it can also mean embarrassment.

Different Emojis | Person with hand on face 🤦

Everyone has been in those situations where someone says or writes something so stupid that it makes you feel embarrassed, right? This emoji is perfect for that kind of situation!

Additionally, it can also mean disappointment or dissatisfaction.

Heart with thumb and index finger

This is one of those emojis that pretty much everyone in Gen Z is using, but older people have probably never seen.

Also called the Korean heart, this emoji is widely used by K-pop fans. Its popularity has led to it becoming a real emoji, used to show affection or gratitude. 

Different Emojis | Sparkles ✨ 

Often associated with positive feelings – such as happiness, gratitude and joy – this emoji can also mean glamour, jewelry, glitter and other shiny objects.

This emoji is also a great option to use when giving good news, as it represents happiness!

Heart with hands

Just like the previous option, we also have less conventional hearts for older people, like Millennials!

After all, everyone has made this little heart with their hands, right? It serves to express affection and love!

Different Emojis | Skull 💀 

Although it is often associated with death, this emoji is often used at times like Halloween. But in addition to this use, it can also be used ironically, such as “I’m dead tired” or to express shock at some information.  

“Crying”

You know those situations where you need to hold back your tears? That's what led to the creation of this emoji!

But as in Brazil we love to give new meanings to everything, this emoji underwent a readaptation and quickly became known as the famous “chorrindo”, used to define someone who is smiling and crying at the same time. 

Different Emojis | Heart on fire ❤️‍🔥

Is there someone in love out there? The best way to show this crazy passion is with an emoji that mixes love and desire. In other words: the famous heart on fire!

Isn't this a great option to send to your crush?

Mouth being bitten

This one is for those who like to flirt using social media!

Considered one of the hottest recent emojis, it can be used for sexier situations, such as flirting with that person you want to win over.

Conclusion

So, what did you think of our tips for different emojis to add to your messages?

As we have already mentioned throughout the text, there is no shortage of new emoji options for you to adopt – the number already exceeds 3,500 emojis and should continue to grow – in your daily life and not stick to the same emojis all the time!

With creativity and the list of emojis we present to you in hand, I'm sure it will be much easier to convey your ideas and messages using new emojis!

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