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๐Ÿง‘๐Ÿง‘ Person Emoji EmojiUnicode: 1F9D1

A neutral human figure.

Released in First introduced in Unicode 12.1 (2019) and added in Emoji 12.1 version to represent a gender-neutral person figure.

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Meaning and Interpretation

"The ๐Ÿง‘ emoji represents a neutral depiction of a human or individual at its most basic form. Unlike gendered alternatives like ๐Ÿ‘จ (man) or ๐Ÿ‘ฉ (woman), this emoji is intentionally inclusive, allowing people of all genders to relate to it. It can symbolize anyone and is often used to convey the idea of personhood, identity, general human nature, or an individual in general contexts."

Symbolism

  • Inclusivity: This emoji supports gender neutrality, symbolizing equality across all gender identities.
  • Humanity: Being a simplified representation of a person, it stands for the concept of human nature.
  • Anonymity: The gender-neutral appearance allows it to be used for references to any individual without assuming specific gender characteristics.

Common Usage Scenarios

  • Use ๐Ÿง‘ when you want to refer to someone without specifying gender.
  • Ideal for representing an anonymous or generalized individual in discussions.
  • Great for context in social interactions where gender neutrality is important, such as inclusive spaces or diversity-related talks.

Usage Examples in Conversation

I just spoke with ๐Ÿง‘ about the presentation - they had some great ideas!
Could ๐Ÿง‘ please check if the meeting is still at 3 PM?
When you're at the event, ๐Ÿง‘ will be there to guide you.
The festival team did a fantastic job! ๐Ÿง‘ and ๐Ÿง‘ are my heroes this year!
If ๐Ÿง‘ needs help with the form, just let me know. ๐Ÿ˜Š

Usage Guidelines and Etiquette

  • ๐Ÿง‘ is best suited in contexts where gender neutrality is important or preferred.
  • Avoid assuming the identity or characteristics of the person being represented by ๐Ÿง‘ unless itโ€™s clear from the context.
  • This emoji can help foster inclusiveness โ€“ use it when youโ€™re not sure what gender identity someone may specify or when you want to remain neutral.

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