Complete Emotion List
This reference guide provides a comprehensive list of all 64+ supported emotional expressions and voice styles available in Fish Audio’s TTS models.Basic Emotions (24)
| Emotion | Tag | Description | Example Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Happy | (happy) | Cheerful, upbeat tone | Good news, greetings |
| Sad | (sad) | Melancholic, downcast | Sympathy, bad news |
| Angry | (angry) | Frustrated, aggressive | Complaints, warnings |
| Excited | (excited) | Energetic, enthusiastic | Announcements, celebrations |
| Calm | (calm) | Peaceful, relaxed | Instructions, meditation |
| Nervous | (nervous) | Anxious, uncertain | Disclaimers, apologies |
| Confident | (confident) | Assertive, self-assured | Presentations, sales |
| Surprised | (surprised) | Shocked, amazed | Reactions, discoveries |
| Satisfied | (satisfied) | Content, pleased | Confirmations, reviews |
| Delighted | (delighted) | Very pleased, joyful | Celebrations, compliments |
| Scared | (scared) | Frightened, fearful | Warnings, horror stories |
| Worried | (worried) | Concerned, troubled | Concerns, questions |
| Upset | (upset) | Disturbed, distressed | Complaints, problems |
| Frustrated | (frustrated) | Annoyed, exasperated | Technical issues, delays |
| Depressed | (depressed) | Very sad, hopeless | Serious topics |
| Empathetic | (empathetic) | Understanding, caring | Support, counseling |
| Embarrassed | (embarrassed) | Ashamed, awkward | Apologies, mistakes |
| Disgusted | (disgusted) | Repelled, revolted | Negative reviews |
| Moved | (moved) | Emotionally touched | Heartfelt moments |
| Proud | (proud) | Accomplished, satisfied | Achievements, praise |
| Relaxed | (relaxed) | At ease, casual | Casual conversation |
| Grateful | (grateful) | Thankful, appreciative | Thanks, appreciation |
| Curious | (curious) | Inquisitive, interested | Questions, exploration |
| Sarcastic | (sarcastic) | Ironic, mocking | Humor, criticism |
Advanced Emotions (25)
| Emotion | Tag | Description | Example Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Disdainful | (disdainful) | Contemptuous, scornful | Criticism, rejection |
| Unhappy | (unhappy) | Discontent, dissatisfied | Complaints, feedback |
| Anxious | (anxious) | Very worried, uneasy | Urgent matters |
| Hysterical | (hysterical) | Uncontrollably emotional | Extreme reactions |
| Indifferent | (indifferent) | Uncaring, neutral | Neutral responses |
| Uncertain | (uncertain) | Doubtful, unsure | Speculation, questions |
| Doubtful | (doubtful) | Skeptical, questioning | Disbelief, questioning |
| Confused | (confused) | Puzzled, perplexed | Clarification requests |
| Disappointed | (disappointed) | Let down, dissatisfied | Unmet expectations |
| Regretful | (regretful) | Sorry, remorseful | Apologies, mistakes |
| Guilty | (guilty) | Culpable, responsible | Confessions, apologies |
| Ashamed | (ashamed) | Deeply embarrassed | Serious mistakes |
| Jealous | (jealous) | Envious, resentful | Comparisons |
| Envious | (envious) | Wanting what others have | Admiration with desire |
| Hopeful | (hopeful) | Optimistic about future | Future plans |
| Optimistic | (optimistic) | Positive outlook | Encouragement |
| Pessimistic | (pessimistic) | Negative outlook | Warnings, doubts |
| Nostalgic | (nostalgic) | Longing for the past | Memories, stories |
| Lonely | (lonely) | Isolated, alone | Emotional content |
| Bored | (bored) | Uninterested, weary | Disinterest |
| Contemptuous | (contemptuous) | Showing contempt | Strong criticism |
| Sympathetic | (sympathetic) | Showing sympathy | Condolences |
| Compassionate | (compassionate) | Showing deep care | Support, help |
| Determined | (determined) | Resolved, decided | Goals, commitments |
| Resigned | (resigned) | Accepting defeat | Giving up, acceptance |
Tone Markers (5)
| Tone | Tag | Description | When to Use |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hurried | (in a hurry tone) | Rushed, urgent | Time-sensitive information |
| Shouting | (shouting) | Loud, calling out | Getting attention |
| Screaming | (screaming) | Very loud, panicked | Emergencies, fear |
| Whispering | (whispering) | Very soft, secretive | Secrets, quiet scenes |
| Soft | (soft tone) | Gentle, quiet | Comfort, lullabies |
Audio Effects (10)
| Effect | Tag | Description | Suggested Text |
|---|---|---|---|
| Laughing | (laughing) | Full laughter | Ha, ha, ha |
| Chuckling | (chuckling) | Light laugh | Heh, heh |
| Sobbing | (sobbing) | Crying heavily | (optional) |
| Crying Loudly | (crying loudly) | Intense crying | (optional) |
| Sighing | (sighing) | Exhale of relief/frustration | sigh |
| Groaning | (groaning) | Sound of frustration | ugh |
| Panting | (panting) | Out of breath | huff, puff |
| Gasping | (gasping) | Sharp intake of breath | gasp |
| Yawning | (yawning) | Tired sound | yawn |
| Snoring | (snoring) | Sleep sound | zzz |
Special Effects
| Effect | Tag | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Audience Laughter | (audience laughing) | Crowd laughing sound |
| Background Laughter | (background laughter) | Ambient laughter |
| Crowd Laughter | (crowd laughing) | Large group laughing |
| Short Pause | (break) | Brief pause in speech |
| Long Pause | (long-break) | Extended pause in speech |
Usage Examples
Single Emotion
Combined Effects
With Intensity
Natural Expressions
Quick Selection Guide
For Customer Service
- Greetings:
(friendly),(cheerful),(helpful) - Understanding:
(empathetic),(concerned),(sympathetic) - Problem-solving:
(confident),(determined),(professional) - Apologies:
(apologetic),(regretful),(sincere)
For Storytelling
- Narration:
(narrator),(calm),(mysterious) - Character emotions: Any from basic/advanced lists
- Atmosphere:
(whispering),(dramatic), background effects - Action:
(shouting),(panting),(struggling)
For Educational Content
- Introduction:
(enthusiastic),(welcoming),(friendly) - Explanations:
(calm),(clear),(patient) - Questions:
(curious),(encouraging),(thoughtful) - Praise:
(proud),(delighted),(impressed)
For Marketing
- Excitement:
(excited),(enthusiastic),(energetic) - Trust:
(confident),(professional),(sincere) - Urgency:
(urgent),(in a hurry tone),(important) - Celebration:
(celebrating),(triumphant),(joyful)
Emotion Categories
Positive Emotions
(happy) (excited) (delighted) (satisfied) (proud) (grateful) (confident) (relaxed) (hopeful) (optimistic) (moved) (compassionate)
Negative Emotions
(sad) (angry) (frustrated) (depressed) (upset) (worried) (scared) (nervous) (disappointed) (regretful) (guilty) (ashamed) (lonely) (bored)
Neutral/Complex Emotions
(calm) (curious) (surprised) (confused) (uncertain) (doubtful) (indifferent) (nostalgic) (sarcastic) (determined) (resigned)
Social/Interpersonal Emotions
(empathetic) (sympathetic) (embarrassed) (jealous) (envious) (disdainful) (contemptuous) (disgusted)
Model Support Matrix
| Model | Basic | Advanced | Tones | Effects | Intensity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fish Speech 1.5 | ✓ | Limited | ✓ | 6/10 | No |
| OpenAudio Dev | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| OpenAudio Pro | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Tips for Natural Speech
- Start Simple: Begin with basic emotions before combining
- Test Variations: Different voices handle emotions differently
- Context Matters: Match emotions to content logically
- Less is More: Avoid overusing emotions in short text
- Natural Flow: Space out emotional changes
- Sound Effects: Include appropriate text after audio tags
- Preview Often: Test how emotions sound with your voice
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- ❌ Placing emotion tags mid-sentence in English
- ❌ Forgetting parentheses around tags
- ❌ Using unsupported custom tags
- ❌ Mixing conflicting emotions
- ❌ Overusing effects in short text
- ❌ Missing text for sound effects
- ❌ Using wrong language placement rules
See Also
- Emotion Control Guide - Technical implementation
- Text-to-Speech Best Practices
- API Reference
- Try it live - Test emotions in the playground