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Jackson6612 Posted 13 years ago
Grammar

When are you supposed to use "stick out tongue" emoticon?

Hi

What are you supposed to use "stick out tongue", Emotion: stick out tongue, emoticon? When you are saying something which could be considered cheesy or flattery? Kindly let me know. Thank you.

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Jackson
  

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It really depends on context. Of course, the doctor will ask you to stick out your tongue when giving an oral exam. This particular emoticon has a friendly face, so I think it's supposed to indicate a joke or a funny situtation.

— Philip

  • It really depends on context.
  • Of course, the doctor will ask you to stick out your tongue when giving an oral exam.
  • This particular emoticon has a friendly face, so I think it's supposed to indicate a joke or a funny situtation.
  • In English we often stick out our tongue to show disapproval, or as a personal insult to the other person.
  • [ Edit: It could also indicate something delicious - accompanied by the smacking of lips.
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It really depends on context. Of course, the doctor will ask you to stick out your tongue when giving an oral exam. This particular emoticon has a friendly face, so I think it's supposed to indicate a joke or a funny situtation. In English we often stick out our tongue to show disapproval, or as a personal insult to the other person.
[ Edit: It could also indicate something delicious - acc
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Thank you, Philip.I think I get it now.

Regards
Jackson
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