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🫕🫕 Fondue EmojiUnicode: 1FAD5

A pot of fondue for dipping.

Released in The 🫕 Fondue emoji was introduced in Unicode 14.0 in September 2021, as part of new food and object emojis to represent culinary traditions.

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Meaning and Interpretation

The 🫕 emoji represents a traditional fondue pot, typically filled with melted cheese, chocolate, or other hot mixtures for dipping foods like bread, fruits, or vegetables. Originating from Swiss culture, it symbolizes a warm, interactive meal that encourages sharing and conversation. This emoji is often used in digital communication to evoke feelings of comfort, festivity, and togetherness, especially during winter months or social events. It highlights themes of culinary heritage, indulgence, and the joy of communal eating, making it a fun way to express excitement about food-related topics in everyday chats.

Symbolism

  • Communal dining and sharing, emphasizing social bonds.
  • Warmth and comfort, often associated with cold weather meals.
  • Culinary traditions, particularly from Switzerland and Europe.

Common Usage Scenarios

  • In food discussions, like sharing recipes or restaurant recommendations.
  • During virtual events or parties to suggest fun, interactive meals.
  • When talking about winter holidays, ski trips, or cozy home gatherings.

Usage Examples in Conversation

Hey, let's plan a fondue party this weekend – it'll be so fun! 🫕
I just tried making cheese fondue at home, and it turned out amazing! 🫕 What about you?
Craving something warm on this cold day? How about some chocolate fondue? 🫕
Our family tradition is to have fondue every New Year's Eve. 🫕 Who's joining?
That Swiss restaurant looks awesome – I bet they have great fondue! 🫕 Let's go!

Usage Guidelines and Etiquette

  • Use 🫕 in casual conversations about food to make your message more engaging and visual.
  • Avoid overusing it in professional emails, as it may seem too informal.
  • Pair it with other food emojis for better context, but keep messages concise.

Related Emojis

🧀

Cheese Wedge

Represents cheese, a main ingredient in traditional fondue.

🍫

Chocolate Bar

Symbolizes chocolate fondue for desserts and sweet treats.

🍲

Pot of Food

Similar to fondue pots, used for stews or hot meals.

🥖

Baguette

Commonly dipped in fondue, evoking bread-based dishes.

🍎

Red Apple

Often used for fruit fondue, representing healthy dips.

🥘

Shallow Pan of Food

Relates to cooking and serving hot, shared meals like fondue.

🍴

Fork and Knife

Tools for dipping in fondue, highlighting eating experiences.

🥂

Clinking Glasses

Pairs with fondue for celebrations and social gatherings.

❄️

Snowflake

Evokes winter settings where fondue is a popular warm dish.

🏔️

Snow-Capped Mountain

Links to Swiss origins of fondue, like alpine regions.