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🪶Feather EmojiUnicode: 1FAB6

A symbol of a light feather.

Released in The feather emoji 🪶 was introduced in Unicode 13.0, released in March 2020, as part of new symbols for nature and everyday objects.

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Meaning and Interpretation

The feather emoji 🪶 represents a single feather, typically from a bird, evoking ideas of lightness, flight, and freedom. In various cultures, it symbolizes peace, spirituality, and creativity, such as in Native American traditions where feathers represent wisdom and connection to the sky. It's also linked to writing through historical quill pens, making it a versatile emoji for themes of nature, beauty, and personal expression in digital communication.

Symbolism

Freedom and escape, as feathers are associated with birds soaring in the sky.
Lightness and delicacy, representing something gentle and ephemeral.
Writing and creativity, harking back to quill pens used in historical literature.

Common Usage Scenarios

In conversations about nature, wildlife, or outdoor adventures.
In artistic or poetic discussions to convey beauty and inspiration.
In cultural contexts, such as talks about indigenous symbols or spiritual themes.

Usage Examples in Conversation

I went for a hike and spotted a beautiful 🪶 on the ground—it felt so magical!

This poem is all about freedom; imagine a bird releasing a 🪶 into the wind.

For the festival, I'm decorating my outfit with a 🪶 to add some flair.

Saw a bird fly by and drop a 🪶 right in front of me—nature's little gift!

Trying out calligraphy with a 🪶 style pen; it's so relaxing and creative.

Usage Guidelines and Etiquette

Use 🪶 sparingly in casual chats to avoid overwhelming the message with symbolism.
Be sensitive to cultural contexts, as feathers can have sacred meanings in some traditions.
Combine 🪶 with other emojis like birds or wind for clearer context in your story.