sweat droplets

This emoji originates from the depiction of 'cold sweat' in Japanese comics and has become a universal, non-verbal communication tool. Particularly in Asia, it has become a cultural code frequently used to express humility or apology.

In modern social media, it goes beyond simply expressing awkwardness and is used to convey a variety of emotions. Depending on the context, it can be interpreted in several ways, such as representing effort during exercise, work stress, or even complaining about hot weather.