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👩🏻‍🤝‍👨🏼Woman and Man Holding Hands: Light Skin Tone, Medium-Light Skin Tone EmojiUnicode: 1F469 1F3FB 200D 1F91D 200D 1F468 1F3FC

A couple holding hands.

Released in This emoji was introduced in Unicode 13.1 in 2020, as part of an update to enhance representation of diverse family and couple dynamics.

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Meaning and Interpretation

The 👩🏻‍🤝‍👨🏼 emoji illustrates a woman with light skin tone and a man with medium-light skin tone holding hands, typically representing a heterosexual romantic relationship, mutual support, and emotional connection. It conveys themes of love, companionship, and partnership, while emphasizing diversity through specific skin tone variations, making it a symbol for inclusive depictions of couples in modern communication.

Symbolism

  • Love and Romance: It represents deep affection and romantic bonds between partners.
  • Partnership and Support: Symbolizes equality, mutual reliance, and shared life journeys.
  • Diversity and Inclusion: Highlights varying skin tones to promote representation and cultural sensitivity in relationships.

Common Usage Scenarios

  • In romantic conversations to express affection or celebrate anniversaries.
  • When discussing relationships, equality, or support in social media posts.
  • In contexts of friendship or unity, such as team collaborations or family bonds.

Usage Examples in Conversation

I'm so excited for our date night tonight 👩🏻‍🤝‍👨🏼!
They look adorable together, don't they? 👩🏻‍🤝‍👨🏼 What a sweet couple.
Nothing beats holding hands with my love 👩🏻‍🤝‍👨🏼 on a walk in the park.
Wishing you both a lifetime of happiness 👩🏻‍🤝‍👨🏼 on your wedding day!
Let's support each other through tough times, just like this 👩🏻‍🤝‍👨🏼.

Usage Guidelines and Etiquette

  • Be mindful of cultural contexts to avoid reinforcing stereotypes about gender or relationships.
  • Use skin tone variations accurately to promote inclusivity and respect diverse identities.
  • Avoid overusing in professional settings where it might seem inappropriate or unprofessional.

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Man and Woman Holding Hands

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Men Holding Hands

Represents same-sex male couples, emphasizing love and equality.

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Women Holding Hands

Symbolizes same-sex female couples and romantic partnerships.

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Depicts couples in love, often used for any type of relationship.

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Red Heart

A universal symbol of love, frequently paired with couple emojis.

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Shows two people kissing, indicating affection in relationships.

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Revolving Hearts

Conveys growing or intense love, often in romantic contexts.

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People Hugging

Illustrates embrace and support, similar to holding hands for comfort.

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Family

Represents family units, linking to themes of partnership and unity.