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Research on Identity Performance and Emotional Symbolization in Socialization of WeChat Communities

Authors
Yanzhou Li1, *
1School of Language and Literature, Harbin Institute of Technology at Weihai, Harbin, China
*Corresponding author. Email: liyanzhousinclair@163.com
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Yanzhou Li
Available Online 10 July 2025.
DOI
10.2991/978-2-38476-444-0_36How to use a DOI?
Keywords
WeChat communities; identity performance; emotional symbolization; discursive identity construction
Abstract

This study primarily analyzes how users construct emotional identities through specific emojis in WeChat group interactions. Grounded in the theoretical framework of discursive identity construction, this research elaborates on the dynamic, performative, and interactive characteristics of emojis in WeChat communities, as well as their role in shaping group cognition. According to the findings, emojis not only complement the text-based communication and rectify its limitations but also serve as a vital tool for users to express emotions, construct identities, negotiate power dynamics, and foster group belonging. The research findings reveal a novel perspective on emojis in identity performance and emotional symbolization, offering reference for users to appropriately construct identities and effectively manage emotions in social platforms.

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Volume Title
Proceedings of the 3rd International Conference on Language and Cultural Communication (ICLCC 2025)
Series
Advances in Social Science, Education and Humanities Research
Publication Date
10 July 2025
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978-2-38476-444-0
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2352-5398
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10.2991/978-2-38476-444-0_36How to use a DOI?
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© 2025 The Author(s)
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