Face With Thermometer

A yellow face with furrowed brows, closed eyes, and a thermometer in its mouth, looking visibly unwell.

The Face with Thermometer emoji directly signals being physically ill, particularly with a fever. It's often used to show you're sick at home, catching the flu, or just feeling really unwell. The downturned expression and thermometer make it more specific than 😷, which could suggest general health precautions.

It’s commonly used in both serious and lighthearted posts, especially when paired with messages about calling in sick, needing rest, or surviving cold and flu season.

Occasionally, it’s used metaphorically to indicate being "emotionally sick" of something or someone.