👬 Men Holding Hands Emoji Meaning
| Emoji | Name | Meaning | Category | Codepoint | Shortcodes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 👬 | men_holding_hands | Two men holding hands, representing bonds or relationships. | People & Body | U+1F46C | :men_holding_hands: |
Meaning
The 👬 emoji depicts two adult men holding hands, commonly used to represent friendship, unity, or romantic relationships between men.
Common Uses
- Expressing male friendship or solidarity
- Representing same-sex male couples
- Celebrating LGBTQ+ pride and relationships
- Indicating companionship or partnership in messages
- Used in contexts about social support or connection
Examples
Hey, just hanging out 👬Congrats on your anniversary! 👬❤️We stand together 👬✊
Related Emojis
- 👫 – A man and woman holding hands, indicating mixed-gender relationships.
- 👭 – Two women holding hands, symbolizing female friendships or couples.
- 🧑🤝🧑 – People holding hands with gender neutrality, broader representation.
- ❤️ – Heart emoji, often paired for romantic context.
Technical Notes
Codepoint: U+1F46C; added around Unicode 6.0 (2010). It supports skin tone modifiers to reflect diverse users. Appearance varies slightly across platforms but consistently shows two men side by side holding hands.
FAQ
What does the 👬 emoji mean?
A symbol of two men holding hands representing friendship or relationships.
How is the 👬 emoji used?
It is used in chats to show male companionship or romantic connections, often in LGBTQ+ contexts.
Does the meaning of the 👬 emoji change by context?
Yes, it can represent either friendship or a romantic male couple depending on the conversation.
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