emoji_16

A white cat with a photoshopped, tightly pursed, awkward grin looking directly at the camera.
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What does the emoji_16 emoji mean?

A hilariously awkward, tight-lipped cat grin that says everything without saying a word.

This is the iconic 'Beluga' cat, a staple of internet meme culture known for its uniquely photoshopped, squished facial expression. It is perfect for Discord servers when you want to convey a sense of forced politeness, awkwardness, or a 'yikes' moment in a conversation.

When to use it

  • Reacting to an incredibly awkward social situation
  • Acknowledging a bad joke with forced politeness
  • Showing silent judgment during a weird conversation
  • Expressing subtle discomfort in a chat thread

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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 โ†’ Server Settings โ†’ Emoji โ†’ Upload Emoji.
  3. Give it a name and save. You need Manage Server (or Create Expressions) permission.
Add to Slack
  1. Download the emoji_16 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 emoji_16 image.
  2. Open Server Settings โ†’ Emojis in Revolt or Stoat.
  3. Upload the file and name your new emoji.
Add to Guilded
  1. Download the emoji_16 image.
  2. Go to Server Settings โ†’ Emotes in Guilded.
  3. Upload the file and give it a name.