sisyphus
What does the sisyphus emoji mean?
The ultimate visual representation of grinding through a never-ending task.
This emoji depicts a figure struggling to push a massive boulder up a steep incline, referencing the classic Greek myth of Sisyphus. It is frequently used in Discord and Slack to express the feeling of repetitive, futile, or exhausting work, especially when dealing with technical issues, endless homework, or bureaucratic red tape.
When to use it
- Expressing frustration with endless daily tasks
- Showing the struggle of finishing difficult work
- Representing the feeling of repetitive daily grinding
- Highlighting the futility of a specific project
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How to add this emoji
Add to Discord
- Click Add to my server above and pick a Discord server you manage (CommunityOne must be installed).
- Or download the file: open Discord → Server Settings → Emoji → Upload Emoji.
- Give it a name and save. You need Manage Server (or Create Expressions) permission.
Add to Slack
- Download the sisyphus image.
- Open the Slack emoji picker and click Add Emoji.
- Upload the file, name it, and save.
Add to Revolt/Stoat
- Download the sisyphus image.
- Open Server Settings → Emojis in Revolt or Stoat.
- Upload the file and name your new emoji.
Add to Guilded
- Download the sisyphus image.
- Go to Server Settings → Emotes in Guilded.
- Upload the file and give it a name.
