| Emoji | Name | Meaning | Category | Codepoint | Shortcodes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 👰♂ | Man With Veil | Represents a man wearing a wedding veil | People & Body | 1F470-200D-2642 | :man_with_veil: |
Meaning
The 👰♂ emoji depicts a man wearing a bridal veil, symbolizing a groom or a male bride in marriage ceremonies. It emphasizes inclusivity of marriage roles beyond traditional gender norms.
Common Uses
- Discussing weddings and marriage involving men.
- Representing male brides in LGBTQ+ contexts.
- Highlighting gender diversity in bridal roles.
- Celebrating or announcing same-sex marriages.
- Used in conversations about wedding attire or preparations.
Examples
Congrats on your big day! 👰♂💍
Planning the wedding with the groom 👰♂✨
The groom looked stunning! 👰♂❤️
Related Emojis
- 👰♀ Woman With Veil: Represents a traditional bride wearing a veil.
- 🤵 Man in Tuxedo: Symbolizes a groom without a veil, in formal wedding attire.
- 💍 Ring: Represents engagement or marriage but without gender specification.
- 👩❤️👨 Couple With Heart: Depicts a romantic couple, wedding context implied.
Technical Notes
This emoji is a sequence: person with veil (U+1F470) joined by zero width joiner and male sign (U+2642). Introduced in Unicode around version 12.0. Skin tone modifiers can be applied to display various complexions.
FAQ
What does the 👰♂ emoji mean?
A man wearing a wedding veil, representing a groom or male bride.
How is the 👰♂ emoji used?
Used mostly in wedding and marriage contexts, especially highlighting male participants or LGBTQ+ themes.
Does the meaning of the 👰♂ emoji change by context?
It generally denotes a groom but can also emphasize gender diversity or same-sex marriages depending on context.