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👨👨 Man Emoji EmojiUnicode: 1F468

Represents an adult male.

Released in 👨 was approved as part of Unicode 6.0 in 2010 and added to Emoji 1.0 in 2015.

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Meaning and Interpretation

"The 👨 Man emoji typically represents an adult male. It is commonly used to indicate masculinity, manhood, or simply referring to a male person. It may also convey attributes like strength, leadership, and the typical roles culturally associated with males."

Symbolism

  • Masculinity: Often used to express traditional male characteristics or gender.
  • Independence: Representing men as autonomous individuals.
  • Fatherhood: Commonly symbolizes a father figure, especially in family-related contexts.

Common Usage Scenarios

  • When referring to a male individual in a neutral conversation.
  • In family contexts, to refer to a father, husband, or brother.
  • Used to represent males in gender-based discussions, such as discussing equality or roles.

Usage Examples in Conversation

That's my dad 👨, he's the best!
He said he'll meet us at the café 👨.
I'm thrilled to catch up with the guys 👨 this weekend.
He's become such a great leader at work 👨.
Can you text the salesman 👨 and ask him for the details?

Usage Guidelines and Etiquette

  • The 👨 emoji is gender-specific, so use it when referring specifically to a male person. For gender-neutral contexts, consider using 🧑 (Person).
  • It may carry different interpretations depending on culture. While it's a simple representation of an adult man, it should be used respectfully in gender-related discussions.
  • Be mindful when using 👨 in professional settings, as emojis in general may come across as casual depending on the tone of the conversation.

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Female counterpart to the Man emoji. Represents women or femininity.

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Man Technologist

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Man in Tuxedo

Represents a man dressed for a formal occasion, such as a wedding or gala.

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Man Student

Represents a male student during graduation.

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Man Teacher

A male educator or teacher, often depicted with glasses and classroom supplies.

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Older Man

Represents an elderly male figure, often used to symbolize wisdom.