๐ซ๐ผWoman and Man Holding Hands: Medium-Light Skin Tone EmojiUnicode: 1F46B 1F3FC
A couple holding hands.
Released in This emoji was introduced in Emoji 4.0 in 2016 as part of Unicode 9.0, allowing for skin tone variations to promote inclusivity in digital communication.
Meaning and Interpretation
The ๐ซ๐ผ emoji represents a woman and a man holding hands, typically symbolizing romantic love, partnerships, and emotional closeness in a heterosexual relationship. With its medium-light skin tone, it emphasizes diversity and inclusivity, often used to express affection, commitment, or togetherness in everyday conversations. It can convey ideas of unity, support, and shared experiences, making it a popular choice for discussing dates, anniversaries, or general relationship milestones.
Symbolism
- Romantic love and commitment between partners
- Partnership, equality, and mutual support in relationships
- Unity and togetherness, often highlighting emotional bonds
Common Usage Scenarios
- Expressing affection in personal messages or social media posts about relationships
- Indicating dates, outings, or celebrations with a partner
- Discussing themes of love and unity in storytelling or advice contexts
Usage Examples in Conversation
Usage Guidelines and Etiquette
- Use this emoji thoughtfully to respect the user's relationship status and avoid making assumptions about others' orientations.
- Be mindful of cultural contexts where public displays of affection might be sensitive, and pair it with appropriate text.
- Avoid overusing in professional or formal communications to maintain a boundary between personal and work-related content.
Related Emojis
Red Heart
Symbolizes general love and affection, often used alongside ๐ซ๐ผ for romantic contexts.
Couple with Heart: Man, Man
Represents same-sex male couples, offering an inclusive alternative to ๐ซ๐ผ.
Couple with Heart: Woman, Woman
Symbolizes same-sex female couples, promoting diversity in relationship emojis.
Revolving Hearts
Indicates revolving affection, often paired with ๐ซ๐ผ to show growing relationships.
Kiss: Woman, Man
Shows a kiss between a woman and man, extending the theme of romantic interactions.