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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.