JAKARTA - Language never stops developing. However, the old adage that "a picture is worth a thousand words" is still relevant. Even today. How not, communication today uses more emojis, rather than sentence structures.
Like reading hieroglyphic letters, communication represented by several pictures is considered more concise, instead of using standard and correct sentences to convey meaning. Whether sending messages to friends, colleagues, or sharing uploads on social media. Emoji are always used to emphasize the context of every sentence that is conveyed.
Not infrequently, the wrong choice of emojis can cause a scene. Is considered insensitive, to insolent. In fact, now, according to data compiled from Emojipedia, there are approximately 3,521 types of emojis. Starting from facial emojis, facial expressions, to other objects such as animals, plants, fruits, musical instruments, and many more.
There are so many, it's not uncommon for some of us to misunderstand the implied meaning of certain emojis. And when the mistake is repeated by most of the people, over time it is considered as a truth.
This is what users of Quora are busy discussing, a question-and-answer website that has many users from Indonesia. Summarizing the results of the discussion, here are 7 emojis that were apparently misunderstood by netizens +62.
Rebuked or Shocked?
Judging from the shape, we can easily find this emoji hinting at an expression of shock or shock. In fact, according to Emojipedia's explanation, the emoji, which is named Hushed Face, is more indicative of an expression when someone is being reprimanded by another.
As for the surprised expression, it is more appropriate for the user to use the Astonished Face emoji. This emoji is similar in shape to the Hushed Face. Only the size of the mouth opens wider.
High-Five or Pray?
We can easily find this emoji on the WhatsApp family group. Usually used when someone sends a message containing morning prayers or encouragement. At first glance, the meaning means co-agreeing to the prayer or message sent.
There are also other Quora users who say that this emoji is more appropriate to show an apology gesture. In fact, there are also some of the netizens who consider it a form of virtual 'high five'.
We can get the clarity of the meaning of this emoji when we look at Emojipedia. Since its inception, this emoji has been named Folded Hands. Inspired by Japanese culture, this emoji is used to express wishes or gratitude.
Sleepy or Sad?
One more type of emoji that is often misunderstood by Indonesian netizens. Closed eyes, slightly open mouth with a sad expression, and a runny nose are considered appropriate to represent someone's sad or complaining expression.
In fact, Emojipedia calls this emoji the name Sleepy Face. As can be concluded from the name, this emoji is more appropriate to describe the condition of someone who is sleepy.
Listening to Explanations, Thank You, or Apologies?
A user named Divyanshi Agrawal admitted that he often uses emojis with images of bent figures to express gratitude or appreciation for someone's efforts. Is that true?
Apparently, this understanding is also wrong. This emoji has the name Person Bowing. It is more appropriate to use it to express a sincere apology, or to use it when you want to ask for help.
Metal Symbol?
Most of us certainly recognize this hand pose as a symbol of metal music. In fact, this assumption will invite strong objections from metal music lovers. The reason is, there is already an emoji sign of the horn that is used as a metal symbol.
So, what does the emoji above mean? According to Emojipedia, the hand gesture above is part of the American sign language (ASL) which states "I love you". So, don't let Ronnie James Dio, the initiator of the metal finger gesture, get angry because of this misunderstanding, huh.
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