Bad

A blue character getting hit on the head with a rolled-up newspaper while looking annoyed.
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What does the Bad emoji mean?

A classic 'bonk' to the head for when someone says something truly questionable.

This emoji features a character getting hit on the head with a rolled-up newspaper, a classic trope used to discipline or express disapproval. It is widely used in Discord servers as a humorous way to 'bonk' users who post cringe, make bad jokes, or act out of line. The style is reminiscent of internet-native character art, making it a staple for meme-heavy communities.

When to use it

  • - correcting someone for saying something silly
  • - disciplining a friend for bad behavior
  • - reacting to a very questionable take
  • - playfully scolding someone in the chat

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How to add this emoji

Add to Discord
  1. Click Add to my server above and pick a Discord server you manage (CommunityOne must be installed).
  2. Or download the file: open Discord → Server Settings → Emoji → Upload Emoji.
  3. Give it a name and save. You need Manage Server (or Create Expressions) permission.
Add to Slack
  1. Download the Bad image.
  2. Open the Slack emoji picker and click Add Emoji.
  3. Upload the file, name it, and save.
Add to Revolt/Stoat
  1. Download the Bad image.
  2. Open Server Settings → Emojis in Revolt or Stoat.
  3. Upload the file and name your new emoji.
Add to Guilded
  1. Download the Bad image.
  2. Go to Server Settings → Emotes in Guilded.
  3. Upload the file and give it a name.