Show contemplation with (◔_◔) and (¬‿¬) in discussions. Ideal for philosophical moments or expressing skepticism.
Thinking Text Faces (¬‿¬) Copy Paste Contemplation & Pondering Emoticons
This collection features 20 contemplative text emoticons for expressing consideration, suspicion, and thoughtful pauses. From suspicious pondering (¬‿¬) to genuine curiosity (・・ ), these kaomoji communicate mental processing that "hmm" alone can't capture. Copy and paste them into Discord, Twitter, texts, or anywhere your thoughts need visible expression.
These emoticons fill a unique space in digital communication. They signal "I'm processing this" or "let me consider" without committing to a position. In conversations that might otherwise feel rushed, they create pause—acknowledging receipt of information while showing thoughtful engagement rather than reflexive response.
The (¬‿¬) face became particularly popular as a suspicious expression—narrowed eyes suggesting "I'm onto something" or "that seems questionable." It adds skeptical curiosity to messages, perfect for moments of friendly doubt.
How to Express Contemplation
Click any face to copy it. Paste with Ctrl+V (Windows/Linux) or Cmd+V (Mac). These work standalone as reactions or with text expressing your considerations.
"That's interesting (¬‿¬)" adds thoughtful scrutiny. A simple "(・・ )" alone says "I'm processing what you said."
When to Use These
- Considering options: "Should I go? (・・ )" shows you're weighing decisions.
- Suspicious curiosity: Something seems off. (¬‿¬) expresses friendly skepticism.
- Processing information: Someone shares something complex. Show you're engaging thoughtfully.
- Before opinions: "Hmm (˘・_・˘)" signals thoughts are forming.
- Buying time: Need a moment before responding? These create space.
- Playful doubt: "You definitely didn't eat my fries (¬‿¬)" adds humorous suspicion.
Expression Styles
- Suspicious pondering (¬‿¬): Narrowed eyes, slight smile. Something's up and you're investigating.
- Curious contemplation (・・ ): Simple dots for eyes. Neutral processing.
- Deep consideration (˘・_・˘): Serious expression. Genuinely weighing things.
- Playful scheming (￣ω￣): Calm smile suggesting plans forming.
Related Mental States
- Contemplating: Active mental processing. Considering, evaluating, planning.
- Confused: Processing without reaching understanding. Different expression.
- Suspicious: Sensing something's wrong. Overlaps with (¬‿¬) territory.
- Curious: Wanting to know more. Precedes deep processing.
Tips for Thoughtful Expression
- Pause before responding: These can precede considered opinions, showing you didn't just react.
- Suspicion with humor: (¬‿¬) is playful. Use for friendly skepticism, not actual accusations.
- Don't overthink it: Ironically, these can be overused. Sometimes direct responses work better.
- Processing is valid: It's okay to show you need time. Not every message needs instant response.
- Scheming for fun: "I have ideas (￣ω￣)" creates playful anticipation.
Common Questions
- What's the ¬ character? The logical negation symbol (NOT in computing). Used here for narrowed-eye appearance.
- Is (¬‿¬) accusatory? It's playfully suspicious, not genuinely accusatory. Context and relationship matter.
- When do these seem passive-aggressive? When used to delay responses indefinitely or signal judgment without explanation.
Related Collections
Explore related expressions: puzzled faces when processing doesn't resolve things, indifference emoticons when you've given up, judgment faces for concluded opinions, or classic Lenny for knowing expressions. Browse all text emoticons for more options.