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✉️✉️ Envelope Emoji EmojiUnicode: 2709 FE0F

Represents mail or messaging.

Released in Originally introduced in Unicode 1.1 in 1993 and later added to Emoji 1.0 in 2015.

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Meaning and Interpretation

"The ✉️ envelope emoji typically represents a letter, an email, or general communication. It is often used when discussing messages, mails, formal correspondence, or even receiving physical postal mail. It can also be used metaphorically for delivering thoughts or communicating emotions."

Symbolism

Communication: The envelope signifies sending or receiving messages and communicating with others.
Formality: It can symbolize official or formal correspondence, such as business letters or invitations.
Connection: The emoji can reflect maintaining or establishing connections by staying in touch with someone.

Common Usage Scenarios

Announcing that you've sent a physical letter or card.
Discussing email exchanges or notifications.
Sharing feedback or giving updates on messages sent to friends or colleagues.

Usage Examples in Conversation

Just sent out all the invites for the party! ✉️

Check your inbox, I’ve sent you an important email ✉️.

Got a letter from my penpal today ✉️, so excited to read it!

Let me know once you’ve received the contract I sent ✉️.

The post office lost my package AGAIN 😞✉️.

Usage Guidelines and Etiquette

Use this emoji when referring to any type of communication, whether by electronic means (email) or traditional mail.
It’s suitable in formal discussions about invitations, letters, or official documents.
Keep in mind that while this emoji often symbolizes sending or receiving, it can also be interpreted as mail still being in transit.