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When you get a “😂😂😂” text, you may be a bit confused. How do you respond to an emoji message? What does it mean? If you’re not sure what to do, don’t worry! We’ve got all the tips and tricks you’ll need in any situation. Read on to find out what a “😂” could mean and how you can respond.

Quick Response to a Laughing Emoji Text

  • Send back emojis like 😂, 😜, or 🤗.
  • Respond with a silly meme or gif.
  • Answer the way you would in real life, like, "I know, I'm a genius."
  • Tell them another joke to keep the laughs going.
  • Change the subject by asking a question.
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Send emojis back.

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  1. A “😂” often means they’re laughing so hard they’re crying, and can be a quick reaction to shorter messages. Perhaps you sent them a joke or a quick text about something absurd that just happened. Reply with a chain of your own emojis so they know you saw their reaction. Maybe that’s a few “😂” of your own, or a “😉” if you’re feeling flirty.[1]
    • If you’re texting your girlfriend or boyfriend, reply with a “🤗” or “😜” for a not-so-subtle flirt.[2]
    • If you’re texting a friend, try sending them some “😝” or “😋” to be silly back.
    • Emojis can be a great way to keep your message lighthearted and fun.[3]
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Be flirtatious.

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Ask a question to change the subject.

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  1. A “😂” doesn’t always mean they’re cry-laughing in real life as it can be used ironically. For example, maybe you sent a link to an article you said was hilarious, but they didn’t find hilarious. Not wanting to hurt your feelings, they may just send a bunch of “😂” to be polite. Try changing the subject to keep the conversation going.[5] Here are some questions you could ask:
    • “So, how was the rest of your day?”
    • “Wishing I could hear that laugh in person😉 What’d you do today?”
    • “And on that note…how was your day?”
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Call them up.

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  1. This is a great way to keep the conversation going with your girlfriend, boyfriend, or friend and hear their voice. Maybe you texted them a wildly funny story, but their lonely “😂” response leads you to think they didn’t really get it. Hit that call button to tell them the story in full, and try starting with one of these openings when they pick up:
    • “I wanted to hear your laugh.”
    • “There’s more to the story. Just you wait.”
    • “If you thought that was funny, wait till you hear this.”
    • When texting, it’s always best to assume everyone has good intentions. Texts often get lost in translation, so don’t be afraid to ask what their message meant.[6]
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End the conversation.

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  1. Some “😂” could be their way of saying they want to wrap things up, especially if they didn’t send anything else. Take this as a sign that your conversation is over for now, but don’t sweat it! Whether it’s your girlfriend, boyfriend, or friend, you can text them again tomorrow or the next time you think of them.[7]
    • A text conversation may be ending if they’re sending shorter responses and have stopped asking you questions.
    • Remember, one conversation ending doesn’t mean the whole text chain is broken!
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This article was co-authored by Cher Gopman and by wikiHow staff writer, Aly Rusciano. Cher Gopman is the Founder of NYC Wingwoman LLC, a date coaching service based in New York City. 'NYC Wingwoman' offers matchmaking, wingwoman services, 1-on-1 Coaching, and intensive weekend bootcamps. Cher is a Certified Life Coach, a former psychiatric nurse, and her work has been featured on Inside Edition, Fox, ABC, VH1, and The New York Post. This article has been viewed 91,885 times.
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