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šŸŒ—šŸŒ— Last Quarter Moon EmojiUnicode: 1F317

Represents the moon's last quarter.

Released in Introduced as part of Unicode 6.0 in 2010 and added to Emoji 1.0 in 2015.

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Meaning and Interpretation

"The šŸŒ— emoji depicts the moon in its last quarter phase, where half of it is visible. It represents the night, cycles, endings, and balance, often symbolizing reflection, calm, or the passing of time."

Symbolism

  • Endings: The šŸŒ— represents closure or the end of a particular phase.
  • Reflection: Associated with introspection, it often symbolizes thoughtful reflection.
  • Balance: As half of the moon is visible, it may represent a balance between light and darkness, or cognitive duality.

Common Usage Scenarios

  • To signify nighttime or a peaceful evening.
  • To discuss astronomy, celestial events, or lunar phases.
  • To express the end of a cycle, such as the completion of a project or phase in one's life.

Usage Examples in Conversation

Goodnight! šŸŒ— Ready to sleep under the stars?
Tonight we get to enjoy the last quarter moon phase šŸŒ—!
Feels like Iā€™m at a turning point in life, just like the moon... šŸŒ—
My astronomy class was awesome today! We talked about the šŸŒ— phase of the moon.
Time to let go of the past and embrace the next chapter šŸŒ—

Usage Guidelines and Etiquette

  • Use the šŸŒ— emoji when discussing lunar phases, especially its third (last quarter) phase.
  • This emoji is compatible across all major platforms, so it can appear differently on some devices.
  • Be mindful in contexts where the moon has religious or cultural significance as its meanings may vary.

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