Thumbs Down Emoji ๐
| Name | Thumbs Down |
|---|---|
| Category | People & Body |
| Shortcode | :thumbs_down: |
| Unicode | U+1F44E |
| Also known as | -1, bad, dislike, down, good, hand, no, nope, thumb, thumbs, thumbs_down, thumbsdown, body, bury, disapprove, sign |
Skin tone variations
Pick a skin tone for the Thumbs Down emoji - click to copy.
What does the Thumbs Down emoji ๐ mean?
This is a downward-pointing thumb, the universal sign for disapproval, rejection, or 'no.' It expresses dislike, disappointment, or that something is bad or a fail. It's the direct opposite of a thumbs up. The tone can be blunt criticism or lighthearted mock-disapproval among friends.
How people use Thumbs Down ๐
Texters use it to vote no, pan something they didn't enjoy, or jokingly boo a friend's bad pun. Because it can come across as harsh or dismissive, it stings more in serious conversations than in playful ones.
- That remake was a letdown ๐
- New parking rules? ๐ hard pass
- You picked pineapple pizza again ๐ lol
Thumbs Down emoji - frequently asked questions
What does the ๐ emoji mean?
It means disapproval, rejection, or 'no' - the opposite of a thumbs up. It signals dislike or that something is bad.
Is the ๐ emoji rude?
It can be, since it's a blunt way to shut something down or reject it. Among friends it's often just playful boo-ing, but in serious chats it can feel harsh.
How to copy and paste the Thumbs Down emoji
Tap the Copy button or the ๐ above to copy it to your clipboard, then paste it with Ctrl+V (Windows) or Cmd+V (Mac) on Instagram, TikTok, WhatsApp, Discord, and anywhere else.