pensive face

This is an emoji with its head down and a sad expression. It's used to express disappointment or feeling upset.

You can use it when an anticipated plan is canceled or when you didn't do well on a test. It shows someone quietly contemplating sadness or regret.

Windows 11

Apple

😔

Google

Rather than simple sadness, it represents regret, disappointment, or a thoughtful sorrow. Like its name 'Pensive,' it contains the emotion of feeling down while mulling over a loss or a wrong choice.

While the crying emoji (😭) expresses emotion explosively, this emoji quietly reveals inner sadness. This makes it good for times when you want comfort but find it hard to ask for it directly. It's also sent to empathize with a friend's sad news, meaning "That must be tough."