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🔇🔇 Muted Speaker Emoji EmojiUnicode: 1F507

Speaker with no sound/silence.

Released in The 🔇 Muted Speaker emoji was first introduced in Unicode 7.0 in 2014 and added to Emoji 1.0 that same year.

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Meaning and Interpretation

"The 🔇 Muted Speaker emoji represents the concept of silence, with an emphasis on deactivating sound or audio. It can suggest that something is silent, that sound has been deliberately muted, or that one should refrain from speaking or emitting noise. It may also metaphorically imply that someone or something is being silenced, whether deliberately or situationally."

Symbolism

Silence: Used to symbolize quietness or muting.
Restraint: Sometimes metaphorically used to show that someone is holding back, either in speech or action.
Control: Represents the action of muting or controlling sound intentionally.

Common Usage Scenarios

When you need someone to refrain from making noise, such as in a library or during a meeting.
Indicating that you've muted a video or audio during a virtual meeting.
To suggest you or someone wants peace and quiet, free from disturbance.

Usage Examples in Conversation

Shhh! 🔇 Can we please keep it down?

I’ve muted everyone on the call 🔇 so we can focus on the presentation.

Muted the TV so I can concentrate. 🔇

Let’s keep the noise level down, it’s late. 🔇

It's nice to finally have some quiet time this evening. 🔇

Usage Guidelines and Etiquette

This emoji can indicate no sound, but it can also convey silence in various emotional or situational contexts. Consider the tone of your conversation and ensure it's appropriate.
🔇 is often used in digital communication to show the act of muting speakers or devices. Be careful not to send it in situations where silence is perceived as offensive.
Because this symbol implies a lack of sound, using it in conversations that are supposed to be jovial or hype may not deliver the intended message.