pat (Animated)

An anime character with brown hair blushing while receiving a gentle hand pat on the head.
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What does the pat emoji mean?

A cute anime character getting a gentle head pat.

The 'pat' emoji is a staple of internet culture, originating from the 'headpat' meme that signifies affection, comfort, or praise. It is widely used in Discord and Slack communities to show appreciation for a friend's comment or to offer digital comfort after a rough day.

When to use it

  • Showing appreciation for a friend's message
  • Offering digital comfort to a sad user
  • Praising someone for a job well done
  • Expressing affection towards a community member

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How to add this emoji

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