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🈲Prohibited Button EmojiUnicode: 1F232
The official Japanese sign for 'prohibited'. It's used to visually say something is not allowed, banned, or off-limits.
Released in Released in 2010 as part of Unicode 6.0
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Meaning and Interpretation
🈲 This is the emoji for 'absolutely not'. It's the digital version of a 'Do Not Enter' sign or a big red X. You use it when something is completely off the table, against the rules, or just a terrible idea. It’s a strong, visual way to say 'nope', 'that's banned', or 'don't even think about it.'
Symbolism
- Complete prohibition or ban
- Strict rules and regulations
- Explicit denial or rejection
Common Usage Scenarios
- Rejecting a bad idea your friend just suggested.
- Telling someone a certain topic is off-limits for discussion.
- Commenting on a post about something that is clearly illegal or unsafe.
Usage Examples in Conversation
"Should I just skip my final exam?" "🈲 Absolutely not." 🈲
"This area is for authorized personnel only." 🈲
Caption on a photo of junk food when you're on a diet: "Me to myself right now 🈲"
"Is it okay to park here?" "Nope, sign says 🈲"
Reply to a sketchy link: "Do not click that. 🈲🈲🈲"
Usage Guidelines and Etiquette
- Use for clear, unambiguous prohibitions.
- It's strong, so don't use it for minor dislikes.
- Often more effective than just typing "no".
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