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👨🏻‍🤝‍👨🏼👨🏻‍🤝‍👨🏼 Man with Man: Medium-Light & Medium Skin Tone EmojiUnicode: 1F468 1F3FB 200D 1F91D 200D 1F468 1F3FC

Two men holding hands.

Released in The '👨🏻‍🤝‍👨🏼' emoji was added as part of Emoji 12.0 in 2019 and reflects a growing diversity of skin tones in emoji representation.

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Meaning and Interpretation

"The '👨🏻‍🤝‍👨🏼' emoji consists of two men holding hands, often symbolizing a close relationship, be it friendship, partnership, or love. It can be a reflection of solidarity, trust, or affection between men while also promoting inclusivity with the representation of different skin tones."

Symbolism

Friendship: It can symbolize a close friendship between two men.
Diversity & Inclusivity: The distinct skin tones showcase the emoji’s representation of racial diversity.
Support: This emoji also symbolizes mutual support, understanding, and empathy between two individuals.

Common Usage Scenarios

When expressing friendship or support between men.
To signify inclusivity by displaying diverse skin tones.
In conversations related to LGBTQ+ topics, relationships, or solidarity.

Usage Examples in Conversation

We’ve been through so much together, but we always got each other’s back 👨🏻‍🤝‍👨🏼.

Happy birthday to my best friend! Here’s to many more years of friendship 👨🏻‍🤝‍👨🏼.

Love is love, no matter what. Proud to stand with you 👨🏻‍🤝‍👨🏼.

Two decades of friendship and still going strong 👨🏻‍🤝‍👨🏼.

No matter what happens, we'll always stay connected 👨🏻‍🤝‍👨🏼.

Usage Guidelines and Etiquette

Use this emoji to showcase friendship, mutual support, or solidarity between men of different backgrounds.
Best used in contexts that emphasize diversity, inclusion, or acceptance.
It may also be a symbol of LGBTQ+ pride or represent romantic relationships between men, so be mindful of the context you use it in.