Thoughts on using emojis?

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Personally I think they're really really bloody stupid and people should use words instead. It is a text message after all. Like I guess a smiley face is okay but basically all other ones are stupid and worthless. Thoughts?

NoturPrincess · Accepted Answer

Using ONLY emojis as a reply is not really a way to communicate, I agree. But emojis are not that useless. Unlike face to face interactions or phonecalls, if you are texting someone, oftentimes you cannot display your emotions and tone of voice so some messages can be misinterpreted. For example:

"That's stupid"
Vs.
"That's stupid -.-" (this one indicates a more playful tone)

There are many other examples but I just can't seem to think of them. But from personal experience, I have been accused of being unintentionally cold or angry because the texts I wrote did not really help show my playful tone without the emojis and thus caused some misinterpretations on the reciever's part.

angelgirl7 · Accepted Answer

Emojis are fine, as long as theyre not used in excess. They're great to help convey tone or express emotion when you don't have the words. They also can be a fun way to spice up a text, a status on social media, or to caption a picture. But personally I feel that one or two is enough, I really don't understand sending multiple emojis. I also don't understand the need for some of the emojis they make but, to each their own.

splashofyellow · Accepted Answer

I generally avoid using emojis. I hate that people often think I'm being rude or passive-aggressive because I don't put an emoji after everything I say. However, some of them are great for conveying tone. That's otherwise hard to do with just words, at least with my limited vocabulary.

BaileyisDarcy · Accepted Answer

I have a keyboard that doesn't even allow the ise of emojis. Thats how little i care. If i want a smiley face, i judt type it

swanask · Accepted Answer

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ZanyInternetName · Accepted Answer

I think that they have a place. Sometimes Emoji and Emoticon can carry more meaning than words in a much simpler way. If the context of a message would not allow the other to see if one is using sarcasm, then a simple ";)" could solve the issue. Adding a ":)" to a message can show the tone behind it when words are ambiguous. A thumbs up as a response instead of "Yes, I have read this message and understand its content" is much more intuitive.

Now, I often see them being overused or misused even. While I think they have a use they definitely are no one size fits all and can cause more confusion than they may prevent.

Political_dude · Accepted Answer

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nicoleeeel · Answer

Emojis are in general a great idea. Because when we spend so much time messaging and texting, it's easier for misunderstandings and mistaking people's tone/mode. So emojis are great for texting and showing how you feel.

But honestly, using emojis outside of texting/messaging on your phone is pretty f*cking stupid.

DinaM · Answer

Emojis are okay. They're pretty good at clearifying what tone you're going for... especially since my snarky way of writing sometimes comes across as hostile, it helps to have a smiley in there to snow I'm not angry or anything. ^_^

NaarasSikaa · Answer

I use emojis sometimes, but only when I don't want to seem super-serious and I feel that it's awkward to use words. But yeah, I prefer words. I never send messages only containing smilies though.

omgjassy · Answer

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Zendrya · Answer

I'm excessive with emojis. I just feel like people will think I'm rude if I don't add a :p to the end or in the middle or both of all my sentences.

britpop · Answer

I find them confusing as different people have different meanings for the same emoji like seriously just say what's on ur mind

heretohelp_1 · Answer

I can't imagine myself chatting without emojis. For me all emojis are great

Quintessence · Answer

They help get sarcasm across or soften the blow of a harsh-sounding statement. Those are about the only uses I have for them.

PetrovaFire92 · Answer

When I text or type I use my emojis with my words to Express how I am feeling. When I talk to someone one.. I find it dull a little if people don't hahah 🤣.

Naydyonov · Answer

despite me not being artistic at all I still enjoy emojis as it's easier than writing many things.
it allows me to say something concisely without sounding like a dipshit, thus, the insert of the smiley face or other face

Dxk007 · Answer

I believe using them in a limit is fine but, using them at a whim is stupid.
And, emos sometimes help in showing emotions.
Like: I say, you're an idiot. Now, I maybe joking or serious. So, I'll add the appropriate emo for that person.

hasrett · Answer

They can get annoying if you overuse them, but I think over the internet they sometimes help to send the message.

Storm_Soldier2377 · Answer

Emojis have their place. They help set the mood over text where things like voice tone and facial expressions does not go across.

ThePsycho · Answer

Sometimes they help show the tone/intention of the message, useful at tims...

j35513 · Answer

I only use emojis sarcastically as I think they can be a bit “cringe worthy”

MaelaK · Answer

I like them as long as they are not overwhelmingly present in the text

watisgoingon · Answer

I never use them cuz I think they are fuckin dumb indeed. but then I come out as a "grumpy guy" cuz most people use them.

WhereAmI · Answer

I find the animated ones hlarious.

askawaymam · Answer

I use them

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