๐ฌ๐พ๐ฌ๐พ Two Men Holding Hands Emoji EmojiUnicode: 1F46C 1F3FE
Two men holding hands with medium-dark skin.
Released in This emoji was approved as part of Unicode 6.0 in 2010 and later got skin tone options, including the medium-dark tone, in Emoji 4.0 (2016).
Meaning and Interpretation
"The ๐ฌ๐พ Two Men Holding Hands emoji depicts two men holding hands, both of whom are represented with a medium-dark skin tone in this version of the emoji. This symbol can be used to represent friendship, solidarity, a romantic relationship, or simply two men who are close to each other emotionally or physically. It is often used in contexts relating to LGBTQ+ pride, love, and unity."
Symbolism
- This emoji symbolizes companionship and the bond between two men, which can be platonic or romantic in nature.
- It supports the diversity of relationships, as shown by the inclusion of different skin tones to reflect real-world diversity.
- It is frequently used within the LGBTQ+ community, symbolizing love, support, and togetherness.
Common Usage Scenarios
- To symbolize friendship or solidarity between two male friends.
- When referring to diversity and inclusiveness in relationships.
- In LGBTQ+ contexts to express affection, pride, or support.
Usage Examples in Conversation
Usage Guidelines and Etiquette
- While commonly used for LGBTQ+ representation, the emoji can also signify platonic friendship between men, so context is important.
- Be mindful of the skin tones usedโdifferent combinations of this emoji exist, so choose according to the representation you wish to express.
- Use the emoji in a respectful manner, especially in conversations centered on personal relationships or the LGBTQ+ community.
Related Emojis
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Man and Person Holding Hands
A man and a person of indeterminate gender holding hands, an inclusive variation of human relationships.