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🖐️Hand with Fingers Splayed EmojiUnicode: 1F590 FE0F
A hand with spread out fingers.
Released in The 🖐️ emoji was introduced in Unicode 6.0 in 2010, becoming widely available on platforms like iOS and Android for digital communication.
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Meaning and Interpretation
The 🖐️ emoji, known as 'Hand with Fingers Splayed', shows a hand with all fingers extended and spread apart, resembling a raised or open palm. It is commonly used in digital conversations to convey gestures like signaling to stop, asking a question, offering a high five, or indicating openness. This emoji draws from real-world hand signals in various cultures, where it can represent attention, greeting, or even a pause in discussion, making it versatile in everyday online interactions.
Symbolism
- Symbolizes stopping or waiting, often used like a traffic hand signal to halt an action.
- Represents a high five or celebration, conveying excitement and positive energy.
- Indicates openness or readiness, suggesting willingness to engage or receive something.
Common Usage Scenarios
- In casual online chats or social media to signal agreement, celebrate, or ask for attention.
- During virtual meetings or video calls to raise a hand for questions or to pause the conversation.
- In messaging apps for greetings, warnings, or to express a need for a break in discussions.
Usage Examples in Conversation
Hey, that was awesome! Let's do a high five 🖐️ to celebrate!
Wait a second, I have something to say 🖐️ before we move on.
Great presentation! 🖐️ way to go, team!
I'm stopping you there 🖐️, let's think this through first.
Ready for the game? Give me a virtual high five 🖐️!
Usage Guidelines and Etiquette
- Use it sparingly in professional settings to avoid confusion with formal gestures like in business meetings.
- Consider cultural contexts, as hand signals can vary in meaning across different regions and might be misinterpreted.
- Pair it with clear text to ensure your intent is understood, preventing any accidental offense or misunderstanding.