smirk

A cartoon fish character with a smug, knowing smirk and half-closed eyes.
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What does the smirk emoji mean?

A classic, smug SpongeBob expression perfect for when you know something others don't.

This emoji features the iconic 'smug' face of a fish character from SpongeBob SquarePants. It has become a staple in Discord servers for conveying sarcasm, knowing superiority, or a mischievous sense of irony. It is the go-to reaction for when a user wants to imply they are 'in on the joke' or feeling particularly cheeky.

When to use it

  • Reacting to a particularly sarcastic comment
  • Showing off a smug sense of superiority
  • Teasing a friend with a knowing look
  • Signaling that you are being intentionally difficult

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