derp

Yellow circular face with wide, mismatched eyes and a squiggly mouth representing a derpy expression.
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What does the derp emoji mean?

A delightfully vacant expression for when the lights are on but nobody is home.

This classic 'derp' emoji captures the essence of pure, unadulterated confusion and silliness. It is a staple in Discord servers for reacting to nonsensical messages, awkward moments, or when someone says something particularly brain-dead, serving as the perfect visual shorthand for a blank stare.

When to use it

  • Reacting to someone saying something completely nonsensical
  • Expressing confusion after reading a bizarre message
  • Highlighting an awkward or embarrassing social moment
  • Showing that you are feeling completely brain-dead

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How to add this emoji

Add to Discord
  1. Click Download PNG above to save the derp image.
  2. Open Discord and go to Server Settings → 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 derp 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 derp 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 derp image.
  2. Go to Server Settings → Emotes in Guilded.
  3. Upload the file and give it a name.