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Black Medium-Small Square EmojiUnicode: 25FE

A solid black square symbol.

Released in Introduced in Unicode 7.0 in 2014 as part of standard geometric shapes for text formatting and lists.

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Meaning and Interpretation

The black medium-small square emoji (◾) is a simple geometric shape representing a compact, solid black square. It is commonly used in digital communication to denote items in lists, act as a bullet point, or serve as a neutral marker for organization. This emoji lacks emotional expression, making it ideal for professional, educational, or technical contexts where clarity and structure are needed. It can also symbolize completeness, stability, or a building block in visual designs, helping to separate elements without adding flair.

Symbolism

  • Stability and solidity, as its fixed square form suggests strength and reliability in various contexts.
  • Completion or endpoints, often marking the end of a list or process in organizational tools.
  • Neutrality and focus, representing a basic element in diagrams or charts without emotional bias.

Common Usage Scenarios

  • In bullet lists or outlines for notes, presentations, or social media posts to organize information clearly.
  • As a placeholder or marker in infographics, polls, or surveys to highlight options or steps.
  • In educational materials or tutorials to denote key points, steps, or categories in a structured way.

Usage Examples in Conversation

Hey, here's my shopping list: Milk ◾ Eggs ◾ Bread ◾ What about you?
Top vacation spots: Beach ◾ Mountains ◾ City ◾ Let's plan one soon!
Daily routine: Wake up ◾ Exercise ◾ Work ◾ Relax at night ◾
Pros and cons: Affordable ◾ Easy to use ◾ But it's not perfect ◾
Game rules: Roll the dice ◾ Move pieces ◾ Win by strategy ◾ Sounds fun!

Usage Guidelines and Etiquette

  • Use it only for functional purposes like lists to avoid confusing readers with unnecessary symbols.
  • Keep it simple; don't overuse in emotional chats where more expressive emojis might be better.
  • Ensure compatibility across platforms, as it may vary slightly in size or appearance on different devices.

Related Emojis

▪️

Black Small Square

A smaller black square often used for compact bullet points in lists.

◻️

White Medium Square

A white square for contrast, ideal in designs or as a neutral placeholder.

◼️

Black Medium Square

Similar to ◾ but slightly larger, used for medium-sized markers.

White Medium Small Square

The white counterpart of ◾, great for light-themed lists or contrasts.

Black Large Square

A big black square for bold visual elements in graphics or headers.

White Large Square

A large white square for backgrounds or framing content.

🔳

White Square Button

A button-style white square for interactive elements like options.

🔲

Black Square Button

A black button square for toggles or selections in apps.