Meaning
The ✋ emoji depicts an open hand held upright. It conveys a signal to stop, a gesture for attention, or a friendly wave to greet or say goodbye.
Common Uses
- Indicating ‘stop’ or a pause in conversation.
- Requesting attention or permission to speak.
- Expressing a greeting or farewell without words.
- Symbolizing volunteerism or raising a hand to answer.
- Representing the concept of high five or acknowledgment.
Examples
✋ Stop right there!Can I say something? ✋Hey! ✋High five! ✋
🛒Beyond the screen: Express yourself beyond the screen.
Technical Notes
The raised hand emoji has the codepoint U+270B and was introduced in early Unicode versions. It is in the Symbols category. Most platforms support several skin tone modifiers, allowing users to select a preferred skin color for this emoji.
FAQ
What does the ✋ emoji mean?
A hand held up to signal stop, seek attention, or greet someone.
How is the ✋ emoji used?
Commonly used to indicate a pause, ask to speak, or wave hello or goodbye.
Does the meaning of the ✋ emoji change by context?
Yes, it can mean stop, a greeting, or a gesture to raise one’s hand depending on the situation.