A disappointed face 😔 expresses thoughtfulness and regret while looking down and taking time to think. This emoji represents melancholy, general dissatisfaction and frustration. It conveys various sad emotions such as disappointment, pain or loneliness and is less intense than other sad emoji such as the loudly crying face 😭, making it more thoughtful. This emoji can be used to express unhappiness, missed opportunities, or regret over a decision. It is also used to show compassion and understanding for others' feelings when someone is going through a difficult time or has been disappointed.