What is 🙈?

The 🙈 emoji, known as the "See-No-Evil Monkey," is one of the three wise monkeys. This set of monkeys represents the proverb "see no evil, hear no evil, speak no evil," often interpreted as a principle of turning a blind eye to wickedness. The emoji depicts a monkey covering its eyes with its hands.

• Representation: The 🙈 emoji shows a monkey covering its eyes.
• Meaning: It conveys a variety of meanings, including not wanting to see something, being embarrassed, shock, or simply being playful. It is often used to react to something shocking, scary, or that one does not want to acknowledge. It can also represent a desire to ignore something uncomfortable or inappropriate.
• Connection to the Three Wise Monkeys: The emoji is directly linked to the concept of the Three%20Wise%20Monkeys, also known as the three mystic apes. The other two monkeys are: 🙉 (Hear-No-Evil Monkey) and 🙊 (Speak-No-Evil Monkey).
• Variations: While the design varies slightly across different platforms (e.g., Apple, Google, Microsoft), the core concept of a monkey covering its eyes remains consistent.
• Usage: Used in diverse contexts, from expressing humor and playfulness to indicating discomfort or ignorance. It is a versatile emoji with a range of interpretations depending on the context.