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🎂Birthday Cake EmojiUnicode: 1F382
A frosted cake with a candle on top. Used to wish someone a happy birthday or celebrate milestones.
Released in Released in 2010 with Unicode 6.0
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Meaning and Interpretation
🎂 This is the GOAT of birthday emojis. It literally means 'Happy Birthday!' or 'Let's celebrate!'. You can use it on your own day to flex your age (or hide it, lol), or spam it on a friend's timeline. It screams good vibes, treats, and making a toast.
Symbolism
- Celebration and Joy
- Growing older and Wiser
- Sweetness and Treats
Common Usage Scenarios
- Wishing a friend or celeb a happy birthday on social media.
- Announcing your own birthday party or dinner plans.
- Celebrating a work anniversary or the launch of a project.
Usage Examples in Conversation
HBD to me! Feeling blessed 🎂🥳
Bro, happy birthday! Drinks on me tonight 🎂🍺
OMG I can't believe you're 25! Let's get this bread 🎂🍰
Finally launching the app! It's been a journey 🎂🚀
Don't forget to grab a slice of cake in the break room 🎂😋
Usage Guidelines and Etiquette
- Bestie move: Post this on someone's wall or story on their actual birthday.
- Don't be shy to use it on your own day—you deserve the hype!
- Use it with the 'Champagne' 🍾 or 'Balloons' 🎈 emoji for extra party energy.
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