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🏷️Label EmojiUnicode: 1F3F7 FE0F

A tag for labeling items

Released in The Label emoji was introduced in Unicode 7.0 in 2014 as part of the Miscellaneous Symbols and Pictographs block, becoming widely available on platforms like iOS and Android shortly after.

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Meaning and Interpretation

The Label emoji (🏷️) symbolizes a physical or digital tag used to identify, categorize, or mark items. It is often associated with organization in everyday life, such as tagging products in retail, labeling files in digital spaces, or adding metadata to social media posts. This emoji conveys ideas of efficiency, clarity, and structure, helping users denote something that needs attention or classification without overwhelming the conversation.

Symbolism

  • Organization and categorization of items or information for better management.
  • Identification and branding, such as in retail for pricing or in social media for tagging.
  • Simplicity and efficiency in labeling, emphasizing quick recognition and accessibility.

Common Usage Scenarios

  • Tagging photos or posts on social media to make them searchable.
  • Indicating prices or discounts in online shopping conversations.
  • Labeling items in educational contexts, like diagrams or notes for clarity.

Usage Examples in Conversation

Hey, I just organized my closet and added labels to everything 🏷️ – it looks so neat now!
This shirt was on sale with a big discount label 🏷️, so I grabbed it right away.
Don't forget to tag your vacation photos with locations 🏷️ for easy sharing.
In my notes app, I always use labels for work tasks 🏷️ to stay on top of things.
That recipe needs a 'vegetarian' label 🏷️ so everyone knows it's meat-free.

Usage Guidelines and Etiquette

  • Use the Label emoji sparingly to highlight key items, avoiding clutter in messages.
  • Always pair it with context, like describing what is being labeled, for better understanding.
  • Avoid using it in formal or professional settings where text alone might suffice to prevent misinterpretation.

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Symbolizes organization in work contexts, often paired with labeling tools.

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Used for file management and categorization, akin to digital labeling.

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Clipboard

Indicates copying or noting items, which can involve quick tagging.

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For writing reminders or notes that might require labels for organization.

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Used for marking multiple pages or sections, similar to multi-labeling.

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