👩🏽🤝👩🏾Women Holding Hands: Medium Skin Tone, Medium-Dark Skin Tone EmojiUnicode: 1F469 1F3FD 200D 1F91D 200D 1F469 1F3FE
Two women holding hands.
Released in This emoji was introduced in Unicode 12.0 in 2019, as part of an expansion to include family and relationship emojis with customizable skin tones, emphasizing inclusivity and representation.
Meaning and Interpretation
The 👩🏽🤝👩🏾 emoji depicts two women holding hands, with one having a medium skin tone and the other a medium-dark skin tone. It symbolizes strong bonds between women, such as friendship, solidarity, and mutual support. Often used to represent diversity, inclusivity, and equality, it highlights relationships across different backgrounds. This emoji can also signify romantic partnerships, especially in the context of LGBTQ+ communities, promoting acceptance and love. Its design underscores the importance of representation in digital communication, encouraging users to celebrate interpersonal connections.
Symbolism
- Friendship and solidarity among women, emphasizing emotional support in relationships.
- Representation of diversity and inclusivity, showcasing different skin tones to promote equality.
- LGBTQ+ advocacy, symbolizing same-sex partnerships or allies standing together for rights.
Common Usage Scenarios
- In social media posts or messages about female friendships and empowerment.
- During discussions on social issues like women's rights, diversity, or LGBTQ+ events.
- In personal chats to express affection, unity, or shared experiences among women.
Usage Examples in Conversation
Usage Guidelines and Etiquette
- Use it in positive contexts to avoid misinterpretation, especially in sensitive discussions.
- Respect cultural and personal identities when implying relationships, as it may represent various forms of connections.
- Be mindful of audience; in professional settings, ensure it aligns with the conversation to maintain appropriateness.
Related Emojis
Couple with Heart: Woman, Woman
Symbolizes romantic love between women, often used in LGBTQ+ contexts.