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👨🏽‍🤝‍👨🏾Men Holding Hands: Medium Skin Tone, Medium-Dark Skin Tone EmojiUnicode: 1F468 1F3FD 200D 1F91D 200D 1F468 1F3FE

Two men holding hands with varied skin tones.

Released in This emoji was introduced in Unicode 13.0 in 2020 as part of efforts to enhance diversity and representation in digital communication.

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Meaning and Interpretation

The 👨🏽‍🤝‍👨🏾 emoji depicts two men holding hands, one with medium skin tone and the other with medium-dark skin tone. It symbolizes strong bonds between men, such as friendship, support, or romantic relationships. Often used to promote inclusivity, it highlights diversity in skin tones and represents solidarity in the LGBTQ+ community or everyday male companionship, emphasizing equality and mutual respect in various contexts.

Symbolism

  • Friendship and solidarity: It represents unwavering support and close male relationships.
  • LGBTQ+ pride and representation: Often signifies same-gender affection and the fight for equality.
  • Unity across differences: The varying skin tones symbolize bridging racial or cultural divides through connection.

Common Usage Scenarios

  • In social media posts about friendships or group events to show unity.
  • During discussions on equality and diversity to promote inclusive messages.
  • In personal chats expressing emotional support or companionship between men.

Usage Examples in Conversation

Just had an amazing day hiking with my buddy – we're inseparable! 👨🏽‍🤝‍👨🏾
Nothing beats hanging out with your best mate on a road trip. 👨🏽‍🤝‍👨🏾 Let's do it again soon!
Proud to stand by my friend through thick and thin. 👨🏽‍🤝‍👨🏾
Hey, let's grab coffee and chat about life. 👨🏽‍🤝‍👨🏾
Supporting each other is key – thanks for being there, bro! 👨🏽‍🤝‍👨🏾

Usage Guidelines and Etiquette

  • Use it respectfully to avoid making assumptions about someone's identity or relationship.
  • Be mindful of cultural contexts, as it may represent different meanings in various regions.
  • Pair it with other emojis for clarity to prevent misinterpretation in sensitive conversations.

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