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From a Guy — From a guy stranger
What does 💁♂️ mean from a guy you don't know?
On the internet, from a stranger, it could be anything from a polite but slightly dismissive 'can I help you?' if you're asking for information, to a more unsettling 'I'm trying to be coy 💁♂️' if it's in a less appropriate context.
Also from from a guy
From your crush
If he's your crush, it's often a flirty 'I'm playing dumb but I know what I'm doing 💁♂️' or a casual, slightly teasing dismissal. It's a way to be lighthearted and not too serious, but can also be a sign of emotional distance if overused.
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From a guy friend
When your bro sends this, it's usually just a casual 'I have no idea' or 'I'm just going with the flow 💁♂️.' It's uncomplicated, often used when responding to plans or admitting a lack of knowledge in a chill way.
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FAQ
People Also Ask
What does 💁♂️ mean from a girl?▾
Real talk: when a girl sends this, she's usually giving you a sassy, exasperated 'I don't know' or 'what more can I say?' It's her digital shrug, full of ironic humor or light resignation, depending on your relationship.
What does 💁♂️ mean in texting?▾
In texting, 💁♂️ is rarely literal. It means 'I don't know,' 'it is what it is,' or a sarcastic 'duh!' It's used to shrug off a situation, feign ignorance playfully, or express mild exasperation.
Is 💁♂️ flirty or friendly?▾
It depends heavily on context and who sent it. It can be friendly, expressing shared cluelessness or humor. But it can also be subtly flirty in a coy, 'playing dumb' way, especially from a crush. Read the room and their other messages carefully.