shrug

Yellow 3D smiley face shrugging with hands up and a neutral expression.
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What does the shrug emoji mean?

The ultimate expression of total indifference and 'I don't know' energy.

This classic 3D-rendered smiley face is a staple of early 2000s internet culture, often used to convey a sense of nonchalance or feigned ignorance. In Discord and Slack, it serves as the perfect response to awkward questions, confusing situations, or when you simply have no answer to give.

When to use it

  • Expressing total confusion about a weird situation
  • Admitting you have no idea what happened
  • Showing complete indifference to a boring topic
  • Responding to an awkward question with apathy

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How to add this emoji

Add to Discord
  1. Click Download PNG above to save the shrug image.
  2. Open Discord and go to Server Settings → 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 shrug 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 shrug 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 shrug image.
  2. Go to Server Settings → Emotes in Guilded.
  3. Upload the file and give it a name.