Shy

Yellow emoji with large, shiny eyes and a blushing face, nervously poking its index fingers together with small hearts floating nearby.
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What does the Shy emoji mean?

A shy, blushing emoji nervously poking its fingers together.

This iconic 'shy' emoji, often referred to as the 'finger-poke' or 'uwu' emoji, captures a moment of bashful hesitation or nervous anticipation. It is a staple in Discord and internet culture for expressing vulnerability, asking a question tentatively, or reacting to something cute or overwhelming.

When to use it

  • Asking a question in a shy manner
  • Expressing nervousness before making a request
  • Reacting to something incredibly cute or sweet
  • Showing bashfulness during a romantic conversation

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How to add this emoji

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