Used by millions of people around the world, instant messaging communication is increasingly colonized by emoticons . However, almost all of them confuse the true meaning of the symbols. In this post we see in detail 12 WhatsApp emoticons are not what they seem.

Associated with “poop”, this emoticon is the symbol of confusion about their real meaning. The “poop” is in fact an icon based on a cartoon character entitled ‘Dr. Slump ‘. Very famous in the 80s is a kind of smiling ‘baby-poop’ who also made an occasional appearance on ‘Dragon Ball’. In Japan and among young people it does not indicate anything bad.

This is a girl who works at the reception providing information, whether in a hotel, at the airport, in a shop, etc.

This image is used by many to indicate a prayer. In reality, it is not two hands that pray but a gesture that symbolizes saying “thank you” and which is widely used in Japanese culture, exactly where all these emoticons come from.

Surprise? Merry? No. This girl tries to make the Ok gesture. And she uses her arms to form the letter O.

Do I have anything in my hand? No. Showing your palms symbolizes asking for money.

Are you so angry that you smoke? No, this man is actually just showing satisfaction with the work he has done. Something like achieving an important goal.

This smiley face has turned red because you try to seduce her. So, the next time she sends you, you know it’s because she assumes she has “other intentions” with the recipient of the message.

Sad face? Or sick? In fact, this face shows boredom. Like when you are in school

Two girls dancing with their ears? Yes. Two women dancing like rabbits, that’s for sure. And you will have understood what they refer to.

Gas leak? To smoke? The truth is that it is the symbol of escape. Someone who is in a hurry.

Applause? Hands up? This emoticon shows a person raising both hands in celebration.

It might seem like a variation of a kiss. In reality, it is the face of a person whistling.