📲 How to Use Little Red Book Emojis Like a Local (With Cheat Sheets!)

Little Red Book emojis (also known as REDnote emojis) can be tricky. They work a little differently than what you might be used to on other platforms. That’s why I’ve put together some handy cheat sheets to help you level up your REDnote emoji game. 💡

👉 These clear lists show exactly which emojis to use and how to use them like a native Chinese netizen.

✅ Use Little Red Book Emojis the Right Way

To scroll like a native Chinese user, you need to understand which emojis are trending and which ones could get you misunderstood.

👉 My emoji lists are designed to help you:

Post with confidence
Avoid awkward meanings
Engage your followers more naturally

These emoji guides work especially well if you’re writing a REDnote caption or trying to build your Little Red Book content strategy.

⚠️ Bonus: Emojis to Avoid on Little Red Book

Some emojis might seem harmless, but they can actually carry sarcasm, passive-aggression, or even flirty meanings in Chinese digital culture.

I’ve included a bonus list of emojis to avoid (or use with caution), so your posts don’t send the wrong message.

💬 Know Other Strange Little Red Book Emojis?

Have you found any strange or surprising emoji meanings on REDnote?
Drop a comment below and help others avoid a digital faux pas!

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👀 Want to sound like a local on REDnote?

Alongside emojis, using the right slang makes a big difference. Check out our Chinese Slang Cheat Sheet for commonly used phrases you’ll see on Little Red Book.

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