| Emoji | Name | Meaning | Category | Codepoint | Shortcodes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8️⃣ | Keycap 8 | Digit eight displayed in a keycap style. | Symbols – Keycap | 38 FE0F 20E3 | :keycap_8: |
8️⃣
Meaning
The 8️⃣ emoji shows the number eight inside a keycap, representing the digit itself or items related to the number 8.
Common Uses
- Indicating the number eight in lists or counts.
- Referring to the eighth item or position.
- Marking dates or times involving 8.
- Representing concepts tied to the number 8, such as luck or infinity in some contexts.
Examples
8️⃣Top 8️⃣ playersCountdown: 3...2...1... 8️⃣!
Related Emojis
- 7️⃣ Keycap 7 – number seven shown in keycap style.
- 9️⃣ Keycap 9 – digit nine within a keycap.
- 🔢 Input numbers – keyboard symbol depicting multiple numbers.
- #️⃣ Keycap number sign – the number sign in a keycap design, similar style for numbers.
Technical Notes
Codepoints: U+0038 U+FE0F U+20E3. Introduced around Unicode 6.0. Appearance varies slightly across platforms but consistently shows the digit 8 in a keycap. It consists of the digit ‘8’ followed by a variation selector and the combining enclosing keycap.
FAQ
What does the 8️⃣ emoji mean?
A symbol for the number eight displayed inside a keycap.
How is the 8️⃣ emoji used?
Commonly for counting, labeling the number eight, or marking eighth positions.
Does the meaning of the 8️⃣ emoji change by context?
Its numeric meaning stays consistent but can imply different concepts depending on the discussion, such as dates or rankings.