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👬🏽Men Holding Hands: Medium Skin Tone EmojiUnicode: 1F46C 1F3FD

Two men holding hands with medium skin tone.

Released in Introduced in Unicode 6.0 in 2012; medium skin tone variant added in Unicode 8.0 in 2015 for better diversity.

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Meaning and Interpretation

The 👬🏽 emoji represents two men holding hands, often used to symbolize close male friendships, brotherhood, emotional support, or romantic relationships within the LGBTQ+ community. The medium skin tone adds a layer of inclusivity by specifying a skin color that reflects certain ethnic backgrounds, promoting representation and awareness in digital communication.

Symbolism

  • Friendship and brotherhood, highlighting strong platonic bonds between men.
  • Solidarity and support, especially in contexts of emotional or social challenges.
  • LGBTQ+ pride and relationships, representing same-sex partnerships and equality movements.

Common Usage Scenarios

  • Social media posts celebrating male friendships or group outings.
  • Discussions on LGBTQ+ topics, such as pride events or relationship advice.
  • Messages expressing unity, like in team sports or community support initiatives.

Usage Examples in Conversation

Just grabbed coffee with my best mate 👬🏽, feels great to catch up!
So proud of our relationship, love you forever 👬🏽 ❤️
Me and my bro are hitting the gym together 👬🏽, let's get strong!
Attending the pride march with my partner 👬🏽, what a vibe!
True friends always have each other's back 👬🏽, no matter what.

Usage Guidelines and Etiquette

  • Use the emoji respectfully to avoid misrepresenting LGBTQ+ identities or relationships.
  • Consider the cultural context and ensure the skin tone matches the intended representation.
  • Avoid overusing it in non-relevant situations to prevent dilution of its symbolic meaning.

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Indicates agreement, partnership, or mutual support between people.

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Directly represents a romantic same-sex male couple with a heart.

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A gender-neutral version for general unity and relationships.

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Represents any couple in love, adaptable for various relationship types.

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Rainbow

Symbolizes hope, diversity, and is often used in LGBTQ+ contexts.