v2.0

🧏🧏 Deaf Person Emoji EmojiUnicode: 1F9CF

Represents deafness or attentiveness.

Released in Added in Unicode 12.0 (2019) and Emoji 12.0.

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Meaning and Interpretation

"The '🧏' emoji depicts a person with one hand raised near their ear, symbolizing a person who is deaf or hard of hearing. It commonly represents the concept of deafness, the use of sign language, or someone having difficulty hearing. It can also refer to someone indicating that they are paying close attention to listen or trying to hear more clearly. This emoji promotes inclusivity and awareness of hearing disabilities."

Symbolism

Deafness and hearing loss: The emoji primarily symbolizes people experiencing deafness or hearing impairment.
Sign Language: It's often used in discussions related to sign language or non-verbal communication.
Attentiveness: It can indicate that someone is trying to listen carefully or is paying great attention.

Common Usage Scenarios

To indicate that you're deaf or having trouble hearing in a conversation.
In discussions regarding accessibility and inclusivity, especially for the deaf community.
When talking about sign language, hearing aids, or other tools used to assist with hearing.

Usage Examples in Conversation

I can't hear you 🧏, can you please repeat that?

Did you know that learning sign language 🧏 can really improve communication for the deaf community?

I'm hard of hearing today 🧏, my ears are still blocked from the flight.

Remember to speak up during the conference call 🧏, the connection isn't great.

She taught me how to say 'thank you' in sign language 🧏, it’s such a beautiful gesture.

Usage Guidelines and Etiquette

Use this emoji when referring to someone who is deaf, but always be mindful and respectful of the context.
Avoid using it in a mocking way or to overgeneralize disability, as it could be seen as insensitive.
This emoji can sometimes have skin tone variations to represent different appearances — select the one that aligns best with the context.