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🪕🪕 Banjo Emoji EmojiUnicode: 1FA95

A string instrument emoji.

Released in The 🪕 Banjo emoji was introduced as part of Unicode 13.0 in 2020 and added to Emoji 13.0. It is available across all major platforms, including iOS, Android, and Windows.

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Meaning and Interpretation

"The 🪕 Banjo emoji represents the traditional string instrument called a banjo, commonly associated with American folk music, bluegrass, and country genres. It can symbolize someone playing music, attending a musical performance, or referencing a musical event rooted in country or folk traditions."

Symbolism

  • Music and Creativity: The banjo is often related to musical creativity, especially in genres like folk and bluegrass.
  • Rural Life and Tradition: It can also represent rural American life, bringing to mind old-timey, down-home country vibes.
  • Festivities and Cultural Events: The emoji may symbolize events like country fairs, music festivals, or gatherings where such music is played.

Common Usage Scenarios

  • Talking about attending or playing in a musical performance, especially related to folk music or bluegrass.
  • Describing a laid-back, country lifestyle, connecting with nature, or attending a rural event.
  • Using the symbol in contexts about historical music, country-style celebrations, or culture.

Usage Examples in Conversation

Can't wait for tonight's bluegrass concert! 🪕
Spent the afternoon jamming on my banjo 🪕 Feels so relaxing!
The festival this weekend promises great country music and fun games! 🪕🎉
Chilling by the campfire with friends and some good ol' banjo tunes 🪕
That banjo solo gave me goosebumps 🪕 Absolutely stunning!

Usage Guidelines and Etiquette

  • 🪕 Banjo emoji is deeply associated with niche music genres (like bluegrass), so use it when referring specifically to those, or in music-related conversations.
  • This emoji might not always be recognized universally, so it may be best used in contexts where the recipient is familiar with American folk or country music.
  • Avoid using 🪕 out of context when discussing modern, pop, or classical genres unless directly referencing musical history or combination of cultural events.

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