#⃣ emoji meaning and usage
| Emoji | Name | Meaning | Category | Codepoint | Shortcodes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #⃣ | keycap_# | Number sign keycap indicating the ‘#’ symbol. | Symbols | 23 20E3 | :keycap_#: |
#⃣
Meaning
The #⃣ emoji depicts the number sign (#) enclosed in a keycap style, commonly interpreted as the pound sign or hashtag symbol.
Common Uses
- Indicating number labels or counts.
- Representing hashtags in social media contexts.
- Used in phone keypads to indicate the pound or hash key.
- Marking or highlighting categories or tags.
Examples
#⃣1 #⃣Trending #⃣100%
Related Emojis
0⃣–9⃣: Number keycap emojis for digits zero to nine.*⃣: Asterisk keycap emoji commonly paired with number keycaps.🔢: Input symbol for numbers, indicating number entry.
Technical Notes
This emoji combines U+0023 (#) with U+20E3 (combining enclosing keycap). It appeared in Unicode around version 6.0. Display may slightly vary by platform but generally shows the number sign inside a square or rounded keycap.
FAQ
What does the #⃣ emoji mean?
A symbol for the number sign (#) displayed within a keycap shape.
How is the #⃣ emoji used?
Commonly to indicate numbers, hashtags, or as a phone keypad symbol.
Does the meaning of the #⃣ emoji change by context?
Its use depends on context, either as a number label or social media hashtag indicator.
