Share melancholy with downcast faces like (´;︵;`) and (´・ω・`) thoughtfully. Use to express low moments or show empathy.
Depressed Text Faces (︶︹︺) Copy Paste Low Mood Emoticons
This collection features 20 text emoticons expressing depression, dejection, and low moods. From subtle sadness (︶︹︺) to visible despair (´°̥̥̥̥̥̥̥̥ω°̥̥̥̥̥̥̥̥`), these kaomoji communicate when you're feeling down—providing outlet for heavy feelings in digital spaces. Copy and paste into Discord, texts, or anywhere you need to express that things aren't okay.
These emoticons occupy sensitive territory. Depression is a real mental health condition, and these faces serve both those processing genuine feelings and those expressing temporary low moods. Context and use matter significantly. They can validate difficult experiences and signal to others that support might be welcome.
Important: Emoticons don't replace professional help. If you're experiencing persistent depression, please reach out to mental health resources. These faces express feelings but don't address underlying needs that may require professional support.
How to Express Low Moods
Click any face to copy it. Paste with Ctrl+V (Windows/Linux) or Cmd+V (Mac). Use these for genuine low moments or to acknowledge that you're struggling. They can open conversations about difficult feelings.
For sharing: "Not feeling great today (︶︹︺)" shares your state without requiring extensive explanation while signaling you might want support.
When These Faces Fit
- Processing difficulty: Bad news, disappointments, setbacks need acknowledgment.
- Acknowledging low moods: Sometimes naming the feeling helps process it.
- Seeking support: Signaling that you could use kindness from others.
- Temporary sadness: Not clinical depression, just a bad day or moment.
- Solidarity with others: Showing you understand their low mood experience.
- Creative expression: Art and writing sometimes explore darker emotional themes.
Intensity Levels
- Mild sadness: (︶︹︺) — Feeling down, not great, but managing.
- Active depression: (´°̥̥̥̥̥̥̥̥ω°̥̥̥̥̥̥̥̥`) — Visibly struggling through a difficult time.
- Deep despair: (´;︵;`) — Intense emotional pain finding expression.
Tips for Sensitive Expression
- Check in on friends: If someone uses these frequently, they might need real support beyond emoticons.
- Don't dismiss: Responding with "cheer up" to genuine depression isn't helpful or kind.
- Professional resources exist: Emoticons express but don't treat mental health needs.
- Temporary vs persistent: Everyone has bad days; persistent feelings need proper attention.
- Expression can help: Acknowledging feelings, even via emoticon, has therapeutic value.
Supportive Responses
When friends use depressed faces, consider these approaches:
- Acknowledge their feelings: "That sounds hard (´・ω・`)"
- Offer presence: "I'm here if you want to talk"
- Don't problem-solve unless asked for advice
- For persistent concern, gently suggest professional resources
Common Questions
- Is using these dramatic? Expressing low moods isn't dramatic—it's honest. Frequency and context matter most.
- Should I hide feeling depressed? No. But if feelings persist, seek support beyond emoticons from professionals.
- When to worry about a friend? Frequent use combined with withdrawing, hopelessness, or other warning signs warrants gentle checking in.
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