WHAT

Sonic the Hedgehog face with a distorted, low-resolution expression of extreme confusion.
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What does the WHAT emoji mean?

A low-resolution, distorted Sonic the Hedgehog face expressing pure, chaotic confusion.

This emoji features a heavily compressed, deep-fried image of Sonic the Hedgehog, often used in internet culture to convey extreme bewilderment or a 'what just happened' reaction. It is a staple in Discord servers for responding to bizarre, nonsensical, or shocking statements in chat.

When to use it

  • Reacting to a completely nonsensical chat message
  • Expressing confusion after reading a weird take
  • Showing shock at a sudden server event
  • Responding to an incredibly cursed image post

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How to add this emoji

Add to Discord
  1. Click Download PNG above to save the WHAT image.
  2. Open Discord and go to Server Settings โ†’ 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 WHAT 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 WHAT image.
  2. Open Server Settings โ†’ Emojis in Revolt or Stoat.
  3. Upload the file and name your new emoji.
Add to Guilded
  1. Download the WHAT image.
  2. Go to Server Settings โ†’ Emotes in Guilded.
  3. Upload the file and give it a name.