The Apology Kaomoji m(_ _)m—also known as the “Dogeza,” “Deep Bow,” or “Begging Face”—is the ultimate expression of regret or humility.
In Japanese culture, bowing is essential for apologies and requests. This Kaomoji depicts a person on their hands and knees, bowing their head to the ground. It is far more powerful than a simple “sorry.” You can find this and other polite gestures in the “Actions” category of our Kaomoji Picker.
Quick Kaomoji Facts
| Attribute | Detail |
| Kaomoji | m(_ _)m |
| Name | Apology / Dogeza / Bowing |
| Vibe | Humble, Sorry, Desperate |
| Key Character | Uses the letter m for hands on the ground |
| Category | Actions / Sad |
What does m(_ _)m mean?
This Kaomoji visually mimics the Dogeza (土下座), a traditional element of Japanese etiquette involving kneeling directly on the ground to bow to prostrate oneself.
- “I’m So Sorry”: It implies you messed up badly and are begging for forgiveness.
- “Please!”: It is used when asking for a huge favor (e.g., “Please carry me in this game m(_ _)m”).
- Gratitude: Paradoxically, it can also express extreme thanks, as if to say, “I am unworthy of your kindness.”
How to Type the Bowing Face?
This is one of the easiest Kaomojis to type because it uses standard letters, but the spacing is key.
- The Hands: m — The arches of the letter look like hands placed flat on the floor.
- The Head: (_ _) — Eyes closed, face down.
Option 1: The Instant Copy
To make sure your apology looks sincere immediately, use the Copy Button on this page (or the sidebar).
Option 2: The “Sorry” Shortcut
To apologize quickly:
- Settings > Keyboard > Text Replacement.
- Phrase: m(_ _)m
- Shortcut: &sorry or &bow
Popular Apology Variations
Sometimes a simple bow isn’t enough. Here are other ways to beg for forgiveness, available in our Kaomoji Picker tool:
- The Sweat Bow: ( 🙇 ) (Using the emoji equivalent)
- The Crying Bow: ( T_T)＼(^-^ ) (Wait, that’s comforting someone. Try ( ╥﹏╥ ) for tears)
- The Wall Bow: _|￣|○ (The “Orz” or “OTL” figure—a person defeated, hands and knees on ground)
- The Simple Bow: ( . .) (Looking down in shame)
Conclusion
Whether you accidentally team-killed a friend or forgot a birthday, the Apology Kaomoji m(_ _)m shows you are genuinely remorseful.
If the apology is accepted, celebrate with a Happy Face. If not… well, the Crying Face is always there for you.