based
What does the based emoji mean?
The ultimate seal of approval for a hot take or bold opinion.
The 'Based' emoji is a staple of internet culture, used to signal agreement with an opinion that is controversial, counter-cultural, or unapologetically honest. Originating from hip-hop slang and popularized on forums like 4chan and Reddit, it has become a standard reaction in Discord servers to validate someone's bold stance.
When to use it
- Agreeing with a bold or controversial opinion
- Validating a user's unapologetic and honest take
- Showing support for a counter-cultural statement
- Reacting to a message that is undeniably true
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How to add this emoji
Add to Discord
- Click Add to my server above and pick a Discord server you manage (CommunityOne must be installed).
- Or download the file: open Discord → Server Settings → Emoji → Upload Emoji.
- Give it a name and save. You need Manage Server (or Create Expressions) permission.
Add to Slack
- Download the based image.
- Open the Slack emoji picker and click Add Emoji.
- Upload the file, name it, and save.
Add to Revolt/Stoat
- Download the based image.
- Open Server Settings → Emojis in Revolt or Stoat.
- Upload the file and name your new emoji.
Add to Guilded
- Download the based image.
- Go to Server Settings → Emotes in Guilded.
- Upload the file and give it a name.
