Collection
Meme emojis
The emojis that stopped meaning what they say — 💀 for laughing, 🗿 for deadpan, 🤡 for self-own.
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Overview
Meme emojis are the ones whose meaning drifted furthest from what they draw. 💀 is not death, it is laughter. 🗿 is not a statue, it is a deadpan stare. 🤡 is rarely a clown and almost always self-directed.
This drift is why they are worth their own list: sending 💀 to someone who reads it literally lands very differently than sending it to someone who reads it as “I'm dead, that was funny”. Each page below explains both readings.
01 — The set
Meme Emojis copy and paste
Tap an emoji to copy it, or open it for the meaning, platform designs and codes.
02 — Meanings
What each meme emoji actually means
What each one actually says in a chat — the reading, not the dictionary name.
It usually means something is funny or embarrassing.
It usually means someone is crying or feeling very sad.
Generally, it means “I’m feeling fabulous” or “looking good.”
Generally, it just means someone is standing.
Means embarrassment, awkwardness, or being overwhelmed by heat or a moment that you’re basically dissolving.
Generally, 🤓 means someone is acknowledging they're being a little nerdy or that they're intelligent about something.
Basically, it means someone is feeling a bit embarrassed or shy.
Basically, it means you’re feeling a little wobbly, like you might be drunk, dizzy, or just generally confused.
Means respect, agreement, or a joking “yes sir” to instructions.
Generally, 😐 means someone isn’t particularly excited or engaged.
It usually means someone is questioning something or doesn’t believe it.
It generally means you’re feeling a little sad, vulnerable, or like you’re asking for something.
Generally, 🙃 means you’re being a little sarcastic or silly.
Basically, it means someone is feeling really frustrated or angry.
Generally, it means “that’s amazing!”
Generally, it means “you’re lying” or “that’s not true.”
Generally, when someone sends you the 📈 emoji, they mean something is increasing or getting better.
Generally, it means someone is speaking, or you’re emphasizing that you’re hearing them.
Basically, it means “perfect” or “100%.”
03 — Most used
The meme emojis people actually send
Ranked by how often they are used, not by Unicode order. Every vendor draws them differently — this is what your message looks like on the other side.
All popular emojis →
04 — Abroad
Which of these change meaning in other countries
The same picture, a different message. These are the ones from this set worth checking before you send them to someone in another country.
In US and UK internet slang it means “I’m dead” from laughing, not an actual reference to death.
Common internet shorthand for “that was a foolish move,” aimed at yourself or, pointedly, at someone else.
Started as literal self-care but became internet shorthand for “not my problem” or breezy unbothered confidence.
On its own it just means “I see” or “I’m watching”, but paired with a mouth twice it becomes a meme face.
Started as “I’m watching this” online and now doubles as a flirty or thirsty reaction to something eye-catching.
Known worldwide now as “chef’s kiss,” but in Italy it’s a classic gesture asking “what do you want?”
05 — Combinations
Meme Emojis combinations
Ready-made combos built only from this set — for bios, captions and comments. Tap to copy.
All combinations →06 — How to use
How to use meme emojis
07 — Timeline
When meme emojis arrived
This set was not added at once. It grew over 11 years, which is why the drawing styles inside it do not always match.
08 — FAQ
Meme Emojis — questions
What are meme emojis?
How many meme emojis are there?
How do I copy and paste meme emojis?
Will these meme emojis look the same for everyone?
Can I use meme emojis in an Instagram bio or a username?
What are the best meme emojis combinations?
09 — Nearby
Collections close to meme emojis
These share the most emoji with this page — tiktok emojis overlaps most, with 16 of the same characters.
10 — Read next
Worth reading alongside meme emojis
Longer pieces on the same subject.