🤝 Handshake Emoji Meaning
| Emoji | Name | Meaning | Category | Codepoint | Shortcodes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🤝 | Handshake | Symbolizes agreement or cooperation | People & Body | U+1F91D | :handshake: |
Meaning
The 🤝 emoji depicts two hands clasped together in a handshake and signifies agreement, partnership, or mutual understanding.
Common Uses
- Confirming deals or agreements in conversations
- Expressing cooperation or teamwork
- Indicating greetings or farewells
- Signaling support or solidarity
- Used in professional or casual contexts to imply trust
Examples
Let's work together on this project 🤝
Deal done 🤝
Welcome aboard 🤝
Related Emojis
- ✋ Raised Hand – represents a single hand raised, often for attention or stop.
- 👏 Clapping Hands – shows applause, different from mutual agreement.
- 🤜 Oncoming Fist – gesture representing a punch or greeting alternative.
- 🤗 Hugging Face – conveys a roundabout form of friendly interaction, unlike physical handshake.
- 🤝 Handshake with Skin Tones – skin tone variants of this emoji to reflect diversity.
Technical Notes
The handshake emoji is assigned codepoint U+1F91D and was introduced around Unicode 10.0. It belongs to the People & Body category. Skin tone modifiers are supported to represent different ethnicities with multiple options available.
FAQ
What does the 🤝 emoji mean?
The emoji represents agreement, partnership, or a greeting through a handshake symbol.
How is the 🤝 emoji used?
It is commonly used to indicate deals, teamwork, greetings, or support in conversations.
Does the meaning of the 🤝 emoji change by context?
Yes, depending on context it can imply a formal agreement, friendly greeting, or mutual support.
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