Erm

Blue circular face with a grimacing expression and clenched teeth showing discomfort.
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What does the Erm emoji mean?

The ultimate reaction for when things get just a little too awkward.

This blue, grimacing emoji captures the universal feeling of second-hand embarrassment or social discomfort. It is a staple in Discord servers for reacting to cringe-worthy messages, awkward pivots in conversation, or situations that make you want to look away. Its exaggerated expression makes it a perfect, punchy way to communicate 'yikes' without typing a word.

When to use it

  • Reacting to an incredibly awkward chat message
  • Expressing discomfort during a cringe-worthy moment
  • Showing hesitation about a questionable new idea
  • Responding to a painfully unfunny joke shared

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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 Erm 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 Erm 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 Erm image.
  2. Go to Server Settings โ†’ Emotes in Guilded.
  3. Upload the file and give it a name.