The Monkey Covering Eyes Emoji typically means “See No Evil, Hear No Evil, Speak No Evil. ” This ancient proverb suggests that one should not pay attention to gossip, negativity, or dishonesty, and encourages a focus on goodness, positive behavior, and truth.
In modern usage, the emoji can be used to express ignorance or avoidance of an unpleasant situation, or to advise someone to stay away from a difficult situation.