clown face

This is an emoji of a circus clown's face. You can use it to express a fun and joyful atmosphere.

However, it can also give off a scary feeling, as if someone is smiling on the outside but thinking something else on the inside. That's why it's also used to make fun of someone acting foolishly.

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This emoji is often used to mock oneself, as in "I was so foolish," or to criticize someone else for their silly actions. In a way, it's an emoji with two faces: joy and horror.

Originally, clowns were beings that entertained children, but the influence of horror movies has added a creepy image. Online, it's used in various contexts, such as mocking someone making an illogical argument or for self-reproach when you've made a foolish mistake.