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✍🏾Writing Hand: Medium-Dark Skin Tone EmojiUnicode: 270D 1F3FE

A hand writing with medium-dark skin.

Released in The writing hand emoji was introduced in Unicode 6.0 in 2010, with skin tone modifiers like medium-dark added in Unicode 8.0 in 2015 for better diversity.

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Meaning and Interpretation

The ✍🏾 emoji represents a right hand holding a pen or pencil, actively engaged in writing. It conveys the act of jotting down notes, drafting ideas, signing documents, or expressing creativity through words. With the medium-dark skin tone variant, it promotes inclusivity by reflecting diverse ethnic backgrounds, making it ideal for contexts involving personal expression, education, or professional communication in a globalized world.

Symbolism

  • Creativity and expression through written words or storytelling
  • Education and learning, as it evokes note-taking and knowledge sharing
  • Official agreements or documentation, symbolizing commitment and authenticity

Common Usage Scenarios

  • Social media posts where users share writing projects or daily journals
  • Educational environments like online classes for noting ideas or assignments
  • Professional settings such as emails about contracts or creative work proposals

Usage Examples in Conversation

Just started my new blog post tonight, feeling inspired ✍🏾
Taking detailed notes during that meeting to stay on track ✍🏾
Finally signing off on my freelance contract ✍🏾
Working on my novel's first chapter right now ✍🏾
Quickly jotting down grocery ideas before I forget ✍🏾

Usage Guidelines and Etiquette

  • Use it sparingly to avoid overwhelming messages; pair with context for clarity
  • Consider the audience's cultural sensitivity when selecting skin tones for inclusivity
  • Avoid using in formal documents where emojis might undermine professionalism

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