“History has shown us that images are worth more than words,” says Facebook. “Thanks to the rise of visual-based communication, we are returning to more graphic forms of expression. Driven by a desire for intimacy, in the midst of a bustling world, there is an urge to convey our thoughts and feelings as we look to connect with others. This is reflected in a new vocabulary of emojis, GIFs and camera-based messaging, which is helping us express ourselves in a more dynamic way. Given the unprecedented times we are living in, and with people spending more time at home, emojis are becoming more relevant than ever before.
“The people of this region heavily rely on emojis when posting and commenting