mJoke (Animated)

A cartoon penguin peeks out of a hole next to a yellow sign that says IT WAS A JOKE.
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What does the mJoke emoji mean?

A smug penguin pops out to clarify that your previous statement was just a joke.

This emoji features a cartoon penguin peering out from a dark hole next to a yellow sign that reads 'IT WAS A JOKE'. It is a popular reaction image used in Discord and Slack to backpedal after a controversial or awkward comment, serving as a humorous way to diffuse tension or signal sarcasm.

When to use it

  • Backpedaling after saying something slightly controversial
  • Defusing tension after a poorly received joke
  • Signaling sarcasm to avoid a serious argument
  • Lightening the mood after an awkward comment

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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 mJoke 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 mJoke 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 mJoke image.
  2. Go to Server Settings → Emotes in Guilded.
  3. Upload the file and give it a name.