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👨🏻‍🤝‍👨🏼Men Holding Hands: Light Skin Tone, Medium-Light Skin Tone EmojiUnicode: 1F468 1F3FB 200D 1F91D 200D 1F468 1F3FC

Two men holding hands with varying skin tones.

Released in This emoji was introduced in Emoji 13.1 in 2020 as part of the Unicode 13.0 standard, enhancing representation of diverse skin tones.

men holding handsfriendshipunityLGBTQsupportlight skinmedium-light skindiversityinclusioncompanionship

Meaning and Interpretation

The 👨🏻‍🤝‍👨🏼 emoji depicts two men holding hands, with one featuring a light skin tone and the other medium-light skin tone. It primarily represents friendship, emotional support, and unity between men. This emoji is often used to convey platonic bonds, solidarity in the LGBTQ+ community, or general camaraderie, emphasizing diversity and inclusive relationships in everyday interactions.

Symbolism

Friendship and brotherhood, highlighting strong platonic connections.
Emotional support and companionship, symbolizing care during tough times.
Diversity and inclusivity, representing varied skin tones in relationships.

Common Usage Scenarios

In casual text messages or chats to express closeness with friends or allies.
On social media platforms for advocacy, such as LGBTQ+ rights or community events.
In online discussions or forums to show solidarity and mutual support among groups.

Usage Examples in Conversation

Hey man, I'm always here for you through thick and thin 👨🏻‍🤝‍👨🏼!

Just grabbed coffee with my best buddy – we're inseparable 👨🏻‍🤝‍👨🏼.

Standing together against inequality, right? 👨🏻‍🤝‍👨🏼

Bros forever! Let's tackle this project as a team 👨🏻‍🤝‍👨🏼.

Feeling grateful for my friends who always have my back 👨🏻‍🤝‍👨🏼.

Usage Guidelines and Etiquette

Use it in contexts that promote positive relationships, avoiding stereotypes or assumptions about sexuality.
Be mindful of cultural sensitivities to prevent misinterpretation or offense in diverse audiences.
Ensure consent when sharing personal stories involving this emoji to respect privacy and individual identities.