😀 or 😃?

Both grin. The only difference is how wide the eyes are – and with it, the energy level.

😀

Grinning Face U+1F600

The classic open grin – friendly, upbeat and safe to use with almost anyone.

When does it fit?

Polite agreement, softening a message, work context.

Open entry

😃

Grinning Face with Big Eyes U+1F603

A step more excited than 😀 – wide eyes give it real enthusiasm.

When does it fit?

Good news, seeing someone again, genuine anticipation.

Open entry

The difference in detail

In 😀 the eyes are normally open, in 😃 they are wide. It sounds like hair-splitting but the two are read differently and consistently: 😀 comes across as friendly and composed, 😃 as excited.

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