what (Animated)

Man with a skeptical expression looking to the side in a repeating loop.
Used in 12 servers · 10 downloads · Free for your Discord server

What does the what emoji mean?

The ultimate reaction for when you just can't believe what you're reading.

This emoji features a close-up of a man's face performing a skeptical, side-eye glance, often used to express disbelief, judgment, or confusion. It is a staple in internet culture for conveying a 'wait, what?' moment during a conversation. Use it on Discord to silently call out questionable takes or absurd statements from other users.

When to use it

  • Questioning a friend's questionable life choices
  • Reacting to an obviously fake story
  • Expressing confusion during a weird conversation
  • Judging a bad take in chat

Also known as: :whaaa: :ExcuseMeWtf: :excuse_me: :omg: :wot: :1abcf8e9c638448fafd3eedad597889e: :emoji_47:

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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 → Server Settings → Emoji → Upload Emoji.
  3. Give it a name and save. You need Manage Server (or Create Expressions) permission.
Add to Slack
  1. Download the what 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 what 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 what image.
  2. Go to Server Settings → Emotes in Guilded.
  3. Upload the file and give it a name.