facepalm

Captain Jean-Luc Picard covering his face with his hand in a gesture of frustration.
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What does the facepalm emoji mean?

The ultimate expression of disappointment and disbelief.

This iconic image features Captain Jean-Luc Picard from Star Trek: The Next Generation performing a classic facepalm. It has become the definitive internet meme for reacting to someone's incredibly foolish statement or a particularly frustrating situation. Use it in Discord or Slack when words simply fail to capture the sheer level of exasperation you are feeling.

When to use it

  • Reacting to a truly terrible take
  • Expressing frustration at a silly mistake
  • Showing disbelief at someone's obvious ignorance
  • Responding to a painfully awkward situation

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How to add this emoji

Add to Discord
  1. Click Download PNG above to save the facepalm 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 facepalm 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 facepalm 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 facepalm image.
  2. Go to Server Settings โ†’ Emotes in Guilded.
  3. Upload the file and give it a name.