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🧧Red Envelope EmojiUnicode: 1F9E7

A symbol of good luck and gifts.

Released in The Red Envelope emoji 🧧 was introduced in Emoji 11.0 in 2018 as part of Unicode 11.0, representing traditional cultural symbols.

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Meaning and Interpretation

The Red Envelope emoji 🧧 depicts a traditional red envelope, commonly used in Chinese culture during festivals like Chinese New Year. It is given as a gift containing money to symbolize good luck, prosperity, and the warding off of evil spirits. This emoji conveys wishes for wealth and happiness, often in digital communications, and reflects cultural practices of generosity and celebration.

Symbolism

  • Good fortune and wealth, representing financial blessings and success.
  • Celebration of festivals, especially Chinese New Year, symbolizing joyful occasions.
  • Act of giving and generosity, emphasizing sharing and community bonds.

Common Usage Scenarios

  • Wishing friends and family good luck during Chinese New Year or other holidays.
  • Exchanging virtual gifts in social media apps or messaging platforms.
  • Expressing hopes for prosperity in business or personal conversations.

Usage Examples in Conversation

Hey, Happy Chinese New Year! I'm sending you a virtual 🧧 to bring good luck!
Just got a 🧧 from my aunt – it's always the best part of the holidays!
Wishing everyone prosperity this year, here's a 🧧 for good vibes! ✨
Let's celebrate with some 🧧 and fireworks – 🎆 What a great day!
I shared a 🧧 in our group chat; hope it brings us all some extra luck!

Usage Guidelines and Etiquette

  • Use it in culturally appropriate contexts to show respect and avoid misrepresentation.
  • Avoid using it in insensitive ways, such as mocking traditions or in unrelated scenarios.
  • Pair it with other emojis for better expression, like 🧧🎉 for festive wishes, but keep messages positive.

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