You know how I love a good emoji survey, and hot off the press, Facemoji Keyboard has just released its and 2023 Global State of Emoji Report press release and slideshow! In celebration of World Emoji Day on July 17th, this annual report provides an insightful peek into the fascinating world of emoji usage across the globe. From tears of laughter to national pride, this year's findings reveal intriguing shifts in how we communicate with these tiny pictograms.
Changing of the Emoji Guard
Perhaps the most striking revelation in this year's report is the changing of the emoji guard. For the first time in emoji history, the Loudly Crying Face 😭 has triumphantly overtaken the long-reigning favorite, the Face with Tears of Joy 😂 , to become the #1 most-used emoji globally. It's a testament to the evolving emotional landscape of our digital conversations.
Argentina's Flag Shines Bright
In a heartwarming twist, Argentina's flag has made its debut in the top 20 most-used emojis worldwide. This significant rise can be attributed to Lionel Messi's victorious moment in the 2022 World Cup, a triumph that resonated with people around the globe. It's proof that emoji transcend language barriers, capturing the essence of shared experiences.
A Return to Festivity
Several European countries, including Spain, France, the U.K., Italy, and Russia, have embraced the Partying Face 🥳, placing it comfortably in their top 10. This suggests a collective desire to return to a festive mood post-pandemic, with people ready to celebrate and enjoy life once more. 🎉🎉
Favorites Remain Unchanged
While the emoji world is vast and diverse, some classics never go out of style. The Face with Tears of Joy 😂, the Loudly Crying Face 😭, the Red Heart ❤️, the Rolling on the Floor Laughing 🤣, and the Pleading Face 🥺 have all held steadfast in the top five slots. It seems that despite the ever-growing emoji repertoire, our favorites continue to pull at our heartstrings.
Canada's Unique Choices
Canada stands out in the emoji landscape with its unique selections. Notably, the pants emoji 👖 takes the #2 spot in the country's top 10. Additionally, the Skull emoji 💀 ranks among the top 10 in Canada, the U.K., and the U.S., emphasizing the universal nature of certain emoji, regardless of language or location. 🤷
Emoji Stickers - Bringing Emojis to Life
With emoji becoming an integral part of messaging, creative users are constantly seeking new ways to infuse joy and excitement into their conversations. Emoji stickers, animated versions of emoji, have emerged as a popular choice for those looking to bring their messages to life with animation.
"Emoji are a staple in our digital and cultural landscape," notes Natalia Lin, product lead at Facemoji Keyboard. "Our State of Emoji Report reflects how emojis have evolved into a beloved form of creative self-expression for individuals worldwide, inspiring us to create fun emoji-centric content."
Couldn't agree with you more Natalia!!! 😊👍
A Global Snapshot
The data in this report is derived from the emoji usage habits of Facemoji Keyboard's Android and iOS users between June 2022 and June 2023. It paints a comprehensive picture of global emoji usage frequency, including data from Argentina, Brazil, Canada, France, Great Britain, India, Indonesia, Italy, Mexico, Russia, Spain, Thailand, and the United States.
To dig deeper into the colorful world of emoji, explore the full State of Emoji Report 2023 here. And if you are a total nerd like me, don't forget to check out last year's the Facemoji 2022 Global State of Emoji Report for a comparison. Happy reading!
Cheers,
Chief Moji Muser and EmojiIRL™ Creator
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