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☝🏼☝🏼 Up Pointing Finger Emoji EmojiUnicode: 261D 1F3FC

A raised hand with one finger pointing up.

Released in The ☝🏼 emoji, with skin tone support, was added in Unicode 7.0 in 2014 and adopted in various emoji sets, including Emoji 1.0 in 2015.

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Meaning and Interpretation

"The ☝🏼 emoji depicts an index finger pointing upwards. It generally means 'look at this,' 'I have something important to say,' or 'this is #1'. It's often used to grab attention."

Symbolism

  • Emphasizing importance: It can highlight a point or an important statement.
  • Indicating the number one: It symbolizes being the best or first.
  • Looking upwards: It can refer to direction, optimism, or divine references.

Common Usage Scenarios

  • To emphasize a comment or make it stand out.
  • To reference being number one or the first in something.
  • To guide someone’s attention to something important.

Usage Examples in Conversation

"Hey, don't forget our meeting at 5 pm ☝🏼! Super important."
"This is why I think it's the best solution ☝🏼."
"Remember to write your name at the top of the form ☝🏼."
"I'm always aiming for number 1 ☝🏼!"
"Look! The answer is right above ☝🏼."

Usage Guidelines and Etiquette

  • Use ☝🏼 in casual settings to bring attention to a statement, but avoid overuse as it can be seen as demanding or pushy.
  • When used to indicate 'number one,' make sure it's clear from the context whether you're ranking something or just pointing upward.
  • Consider skin tone modifiers to match your personal or cultural expression if relevant.

Related Emojis

👆

Up Pointing Backhand Index

A variation of the 'up' symbol but with the back of the hand shown.

👇

Down Pointing Backhand Index

Useful to guide attention downward, such as in lists or steps.

👉

Right Pointing Backhand Index

Indicates something to the right, often used to emphasize or direct attention to a statement or link.

👈

Left Pointing Backhand Index

Used to direct attention to the left, often to highlight something adjacent in text.

✋

Raised Hand

A hand held up to signal a pause, stop, or to get attention.

👐

Open Hands

Used to show openness, welcoming, or offering something.

👍

Thumbs Up

A common gesture used to indicate approval or agreement.

🤔

Thinking Face

Often used alongside ☝🏼 to show that you're considering or coming to a conclusion.

🎯

Direct Hit

Pairs well with ☝🏼 to show someone has hit the mark or understands the point.

🗨️

Left Speech Bubble

Symbolizes dialogue or a comment, sometimes accompanying gestures like ☝🏼 to emphasize speech.