( ͡° ͜ʖ ͡°) Lenny Face Copy Paste

Lenny Faces and Kaomoji Collection

Text-based faces add personality to messages that plain words can't capture. Whether you're celebrating a win in Discord, responding to drama on Reddit, or adding flair to your Instagram comments, a well-timed Lenny face says what emoji can't. Scroll up to the face grid above, find one that matches your mood, click it, and it copies instantly—ready to paste anywhere.

Our library includes 692 unique faces organized into 35 categories. You'll find the classic ( ͡° ͜ʖ ͡°) and its countless variations, the iconic ¯\_(ツ)_/¯ shrug, table-flipping rage faces, adorable kaomoji, and expressions for every situation from wholesome joy to utter despair.

What Are Lenny Faces and Kaomoji?

Lenny faces and kaomoji are emoticons built entirely from text characters—letters, numbers, punctuation, and Unicode symbols arranged to form expressive faces. Unlike standard emoji that your device renders as images, these faces remain as text, which means they display consistently across platforms and never get replaced by a different design.

From Emoticons to Lenny Faces

Text emoticons started with simple sideways smileys like :-) in the 1980s. Japanese users pioneered upright faces called kaomoji (顔文字, "face characters") that read naturally without tilting your head: (^_^) and (◕‿◕). Lenny faces evolved from this tradition, using more obscure Unicode characters to create faces with distinctive personalities and meme-worthy expressions.

Why Text-Based Faces Work Everywhere

Because these faces are made of standard Unicode characters, they work in any app that supports text—Discord, Reddit, Twitch chat, Twitter, Instagram, SMS, and even email. They don't require special font support or app updates. A face copied from this page will look the same whether you paste it on an iPhone, Android phone, Windows PC, or gaming console.

A Short History of the Original ( ͡° ͜ʖ ͡°) Meme

The original Lenny face ( ͡° ͜ʖ ͡°) appeared on a Finnish imageboard in 2012 before spreading to 4chan and Reddit. Its suggestive, knowing expression made it perfect for innuendo and playful trolling. The face became so iconic that "Lenny face" now refers to the entire genre of elaborate text emoticons, even those with completely different expressions.

Types of Lenny Faces You Can Find Here

The categories in the grid above organize faces by emotion and theme. Here's what each group contains and when you might use them.

Classic Lenny Face Variants

The original ( ͡° ͜ʖ ͡°) has spawned dozens of variations: raised eyebrows ( ͡ᵔ ͜ʖ ͡ᵔ), intense stares ( ͡◉ ͜ʖ ͡◉), subtle smirks ( ͡~ ͜ʖ ͡°), and faces with added accessories. These work for suggestive jokes, knowing responses, and any situation where you want to imply there's more to the story.

Happy and Laughing Faces

Express joy with faces like (ᵔᴥᵔ), (◠‿◠), ٩(◕‿◕｡)۶, and (≧▽≦). Laughing faces show open mouths and squeezed eyes: (^▽^), ≧◡≦, and XD-style expressions. Use these for genuine reactions to funny content, celebrations, and wholesome moments.

Cute, Shy, and Kawaii Faces

Kawaii culture gave us adorable faces perfect for soft, wholesome vibes: (◕ᴗ◕✿), (｡◕‿◕｡), (⁄ ⁄•⁄ω⁄•⁄ ⁄), and (´,,•ω•,,)♡. Shy faces often include blushing marks or averted eyes. These suit fan communities, compliments, and anytime you want to be endearing without being cringe.

Sad, Crying, and Nervous Faces

When things go wrong, reach for (╥﹏╥), (;﹏;), (っ˘̩╭╮˘̩)っ, or the classic ಥ_ಥ crying eyes. Nervous faces like (°△°|||) and (⊙_⊙;) express anxiety and overwhelm. Perfect for reacting to bad news, expressing sympathy, or dramatic complaints about minor inconveniences.

Angry, Rage, and Table-Flip Faces

Nothing beats (╯°□°)╯︵ ┻━┻ for expressing frustration. The table-flip has become internet shorthand for "I'm done." Angry faces include ಠ_ಠ (the look of disapproval), (ノಠ益ಠ)ノ彡┻━┻, and various shouting expressions. Use them for comedic rage, mock outrage, or genuine venting.

Shrug, Confused, and Thinking Faces

The shrug ¯\_(ツ)_/¯ is one of the most-used text emoticons online, perfect for "whatever" moments, feigning ignorance, or genuinely not knowing. Confused faces like (⊙_⊙), ಠ_ಠ, and (・・;) work for bewilderment. Thinking faces such as (._.) and (¬‿¬) suggest pondering or skepticism.

Love and Heart-Themed Faces

Heart-eyes, blowing kisses, and affectionate expressions fill this category: (♥ω♥*), (´∀｀)♡, (/^-^(^ ^*)/, and (づ￣ ³￣)づ for virtual hugs. These suit Valentine's messages, fan posts, and showing appreciation. For individual heart symbols to add around faces, check our symbols library.

Animal and Themed Faces

Cat faces (=^･ω･^=), bear faces ʕ•ᴥ•ʔ, dog faces (◕ᴥ◕), and other creatures add playfulness to messages. Seasonal faces cover holidays and special occasions. Themed faces reference memes, games, and internet culture. Browse this category when standard human expressions don't quite fit.

How to Use Lenny Faces in Chats and Posts

Using a Lenny face is as simple as copy and paste. Scroll up to the grid above, click the face you want, and paste it into your message. Here's where they work best—and where to avoid them.

Discord, Twitch, Reddit, and Gaming Chats

Text faces thrive in gaming communities. Discord servers, Twitch chat, Reddit comments, and in-game chat all handle these faces perfectly. The culture in these spaces embraces Lenny faces, so you can use them liberally without seeming out of place. Streamers and moderators often use them for reactions and inside jokes.

Instagram, TikTok, Twitter/X, and Comments

Social media comments are prime territory for Lenny faces. They stand out among standard emoji and show more personality. Use them in replies, captions, and bio sections. Instagram and TikTok comments especially benefit from eye-catching text faces that break the visual monotony.

Text Messages and Private Chats

With friends who appreciate internet culture, Lenny faces add humor to everyday conversations. They work in SMS, WhatsApp, Telegram, and direct messages. The key is knowing your audience—send a shrug to a friend, probably not to your landlord.

When Not to Use Lenny Faces

Avoid Lenny faces in professional emails, job applications, resumes, and formal documents. Most workplaces consider them too casual, and automated systems may misinterpret the characters. When in doubt, save them for casual conversations with people who'll appreciate the humor.

Create Your Own Lenny Faces

Basic Building Blocks: Eyes, Mouths, Arms, and Accessories

Every Lenny face combines a few key elements. Eyes (° ͡° ◕ ಠ ◉ ᵔ) set the expression. Mouths (‿ ω ᴥ ʖ ε ∀) add emotion. Arms (つ づ ノ ╯) extend from the sides. Accessories like hats, items, or sparkles personalize the face. Experiment by swapping components to create custom expressions.

Mixing Unicode Symbols for Unique Emotions

Beyond standard face parts, you can incorporate hearts, stars, musical notes, and other symbols. Replace eyes with ♥ for love or ★ for excitement. Add sparkles ✧ around the face for emphasis. Browse our symbols library for characters that can become eyes, decorations, or accessories in your custom faces.

Decorating Faces with Borders and Dividers

Frame your favorite Lenny faces with decorative borders to make them stand out even more. Wrap a face in sparkle lines: ✧･ﾟ ( ͡° ͜ʖ ͡°) ･ﾟ✧ or use brackets 【( ͡° ͜ʖ ͡°)】 for emphasis. For ready-made borders and dividers, visit our text patterns page and combine them with any face from this collection.

Saving and Reusing Your Favorite Faces

Keep a personal collection of go-to faces. Most phones let you create text replacement shortcuts—type "lenny" and it expands to ( ͡° ͜ʖ ͡°). Desktop users can save faces in a notes file or use clipboard managers. Discord allows custom emoji, but text faces work universally without server-specific permissions.

Lenny Faces FAQ

Why do some faces look different on my phone vs my computer?

Different operating systems use different fonts to render Unicode characters. A face might look slightly wider, taller, or have different spacing on iOS versus Android versus Windows. The characters are the same—only the visual rendering varies.

Why do some faces break or appear misaligned?

Complex faces rely on precise character spacing. Some apps adjust spacing or line height in ways that break alignment. Fixed-width fonts help maintain structure. If a face looks broken after pasting, try a different app or platform—the original face isn't corrupted, just displayed differently.

Are Lenny faces the same as emoji?

No. Emoji are standardized pictographs rendered as images by your device—they can look different across platforms and sometimes get replaced or filtered. Lenny faces are pure text characters that remain as-is everywhere. They're more like typed art than built-in icons.

Can I use these on mobile and game consoles?

Yes. Copy faces on any device with a browser, then paste into apps, games, or messages. Mobile keyboards may not let you type these characters directly, but copy-paste works everywhere. Console browsers and messaging apps also support pasted Unicode text.

Why does the shrug ¯\_(ツ)_/¯ lose its arm sometimes?

The backslash \ is an escape character in many systems. Some platforms interpret it as code rather than displaying it. When the arm disappears, the platform stripped the backslash. Try using a double backslash ¯\\_(ツ)_/¯ or paste into a different app that handles it correctly.