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Emojis give your friends a better impression of you

Last updated: July 2, 2025 9:30 pm
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Emojis affect how conversations are perceived

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Emojis have become a ubiquitous part of digital communication, with over 10 billion of these symbols used daily to add emotional context to messages. While their impact on conversations is often seen as positive, there can be instances where emojis may lead to misinterpretations. A recent study conducted by Eun Huh at the University of Texas at Austin aimed to explore how emojis influence the perception of the sender.

The research involved 260 participants from the US who were presented with 15 text-based conversations and asked to imagine having these exchanges with a close friend. The conversations varied between text-only responses and those that included emojis. After reviewing these samples, participants were questioned about their feelings towards the individuals behind the messages.

The findings revealed that messages containing emojis were perceived as more responsive compared to text-only messages. This perceived responsiveness enhanced the likability of the sender and fostered a sense of closeness in the relationship. Interestingly, the type of emoji used did not significantly impact these perceptions, indicating that both emotionally expressive emojis and neutral ones had a similar effect.

According to Shubin Yu from HEC Paris, emojis play a significant role in bridging the psychological distance between individuals in a conversation. While emojis can be beneficial in casual interactions among friends, Yu’s research suggests that using emojis during crisis situations may have adverse effects, portraying the sender as incompetent rather than attentive.

Yu notes that in Chinese culture, the use of emojis is more widely accepted even in challenging circumstances. In East Asian countries, where nonverbal cues are crucial for interpreting communication tone, emojis can enhance personal warmth and promote comfort, even in emergencies. This contrasts with Western cultures, where language is typically more literal, and nonverbal cues hold less significance.

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