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🥢🥢 Chopsticks Emoji EmojiUnicode: 1F962

Chopsticks for eating.

Released in First introduced in 2017 as part of Unicode 10.0 and added to Emoji 5.0.

chopsticksfoodutensilsAsiandiningeatingcultureEast AsiaChineseJapanese

Meaning and Interpretation

"The 🥢 emoji represents a pair of chopsticks, typically used for eating Asian cuisine in countries like China, Japan, Korea, and Vietnam. This emoji signifies food, dining, and the cultural importance of chopsticks in East Asian traditions."

Symbolism

  • Chopsticks symbolize traditional Asian eating practices.
  • They represent cultural etiquette and dining rituals.
  • They can also express appreciation for East Asian cuisine.

Common Usage Scenarios

  • Discussing plans to eat at an Asian restaurant
  • Sharing your love for sushi, ramen, or dim sum
  • Highlighting respect for or interest in East Asian traditions and culture

Usage Examples in Conversation

I'm craving sushi tonight! 🥢🍣
Let's go for some late-night ramen! 🍜🥢
I finally mastered using chopsticks! Feeling accomplished 🥢😊
Dim sum brunch this weekend? Who’s in? 🥟🥢
Celebrating Lunar New Year with a traditional feast 🥢🧧

Usage Guidelines and Etiquette

  • Use 🥢 when talking about or referring to eating Asian food that traditionally uses chopsticks.
  • It can symbolize an interest in East Asian culture, but make sure to avoid inappropriate or stereotypical usage.
  • Pair this emoji with food-related emojis like 🍜 (ramen), 🍣 (sushi), or 🥟 (dumpling) for clear context.

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Represents curry rice, commonly associated with Japanese cuisine.

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Focus on the chopsticks themselves.

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