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♀️Female Sign EmojiUnicode: 2640 FE0F

Symbol for female gender.

Released in The female sign emoji ♀️ originates from the alchemical symbol for copper and Venus, adopted in Unicode 1.1 in 1993, and standardized for emojis in 2010 as part of gender symbols for broader digital communication.

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Meaning and Interpretation

The female sign emoji ♀️ is a stylized representation of the astrological symbol for the planet Venus, which has historically been used to denote femininity and the female gender. In modern contexts, it symbolizes women, girls, and female attributes in discussions related to biology, gender identity, social issues, and equality. It is often employed to highlight female-specific topics, promote inclusivity, or clarify gender in educational, medical, or everyday conversations, emphasizing the importance of recognizing diverse gender expressions.

Symbolism

  • Represents the female gender and femininity in social and biological contexts.
  • Symbolizes the planet Venus in astronomy and its association with beauty and love.
  • Used as a marker for female organisms in scientific fields like biology and genetics.

Common Usage Scenarios

  • In social media posts advocating for women's rights and gender equality.
  • In educational content about human biology to denote female anatomy or genetics.
  • In online forums discussing gender-specific health issues or feminist topics.

Usage Examples in Conversation

Hey, I'm hosting a women's networking event tonight ♀️, who's in?
Just learned about female anatomy in class, it's fascinating ♀️!
Proud to be a strong woman every day ♀️, let's empower each other!
The female sign ♀️ is often used in surveys to indicate gender options.
Wearing pink today to celebrate girl power ♀️!

Usage Guidelines and Etiquette

  • Use it respectfully to avoid reinforcing gender stereotypes or excluding non-binary individuals.
  • Avoid using in offensive or insensitive contexts, such as jokes that demean women.
  • Pair it with other emojis for clarity, like combining with skin tone modifiers if relevant.

Related Emojis

♂️

Male Sign

Represents the male gender, often used alongside ♀️ for gender comparisons.

⚧️

Transgender Symbol

Symbolizes transgender identity, promoting inclusivity with ♀️ in gender discussions.

👩

Woman

Depicts a female person, commonly used for everyday representations of women like ♀️.

👨

Man

Shows a male person, paired with ♀️ to highlight gender differences.

🧑

Person

Represents a neutral person, used with ♀️ to discuss gender inclusivity.

❤️

Red Heart

Expresses love, often combined with ♀️ in contexts of women's empowerment.

💪

Flexed Biceps

Symbolizes strength, frequently used with ♀️ to represent women's resilience.

📚

Books

Indicates education, paired with ♀️ in discussions about women's learning.

🌍

Globe

Represents global issues, used with ♀️ for international women's rights.

Raised Fist

Sign of solidarity, often alongside ♀️ in feminist movements.