| Emoji | Name | Meaning | Category | Codepoint | Shortcodes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 👎 | :thumbs_down: | Sign of disapproval or rejection | People & Body | 1F44E | :thumbs_down: |
👎
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Meaning
The 👎 emoji depicts a hand with the thumb pointing downward, symbolizing disapproval, rejection, or a negative opinion.
Common Uses
- Expressing dislike or disagreement in conversations.
- Indicating poor quality or performance.
- Reacting negatively in social media comments or posts.
- Conveying refusal or declining an offer.
- Showing dissatisfaction in reviews or feedback.
Examples
That movie was terrible 👎👎 I don’t agree with that decisionService was slow 👎
Related Emojis
- 👍 : Shows approval, opposite of 👎
- 👊 : Symbolizes a punch or agreement, more neutral
- 🤷 : Indicates uncertainty or indifference, unlike clear disapproval
- 🛑 : Represents stop or warning, more urgent than 👎
- 😠 : Expresses anger or frustration, an emotional response
Technical Notes
The 👎 emoji has the codepoint U+1F44E and was introduced in Unicode around 2010. It belongs to the People & Body category. It supports multiple skin tone modifiers for personalized appearance on most platforms.
FAQ
What does the 👎 emoji mean?
The emoji signals disapproval or disagreement.
How is the 👎 emoji used?
It appears in messages and social media to show dislike or refusal.
Does the meaning of the 👎 emoji change by context?
Its negative connotation remains consistent but can vary in intensity based on surrounding text.