Kaomoji (かおもじ- 顔文字) are Japanese-style emoticons made using text characters. Unlike Western emoticons such as :-) or :(, kaomoji are usually read without tilting your head and often focus on the eyes to express emotion.
In Marugoto A1, Katsudoo Lesson 17 and A2/B1 Lesson 5, several people use different kaomoji in their blogs. Can you understand their meanings?
In Marugoto A2-1, Katsudoo Lesson 7, Tyler-san sent Abe-san a message saying, "I got the time wrong. I'll be about 30 minutes late. Sorry." Which kaomoji did he use in the message?
Examples of Kaomoji
| Kaomoji | Meaning |
|---|---|
| (^_^) | Happy / Smiling |
| (^-^) | Cheerful |
| (T_T) | Crying / Sad |
| (;_;) | Very sad / Tearful |
| (>_<) | Frustrated / Embarrassed / Ouch |
| (^o^) | Excited |
| (¬_¬) | Sceptical / Unimpressed |
| (o_O) | Confused / Surprised |
| (^.^)/~~~ | Waving goodbye |
| m(_ _)m | Apologising or showing respect |
