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Cat with a sad expression holding its paw to its mouth as if crying or in shock.
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What does the __ emoji mean?

A hilariously distressed cat holding its paw to its mouth in pure disbelief.

This is the iconic 'crying cat' meme, specifically the version where the cat appears to be holding its paw up to its face in a gesture of shock or stifled sobbing. It is a staple of internet culture, frequently used in Discord servers to express overwhelming sadness, dramatic disbelief, or mock-pathetic reactions to bad news.

When to use it

  • Expressing overwhelming sadness during a conversation
  • Reacting to something incredibly shocking or tragic
  • Showing mock-pathetic distress over minor inconveniences
  • Stifling a laugh while feeling deeply embarrassed

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How to add this emoji

Add to Discord
  1. Click Download PNG above to save the __ image.
  2. Open Discord and go to Server Settings โ†’ Emoji.
  3. Click Upload Emoji and choose the downloaded file.
  4. Give it a name and save. You need the Manage Emojis and Stickers permission.
Add to Slack
  1. Download the __ 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 __ 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 __ image.
  2. Go to Server Settings โ†’ Emotes in Guilded.
  3. Upload the file and give it a name.