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📮📮 Postbox EmojiUnicode: 1F4EE

Represents a mailbox or communication.

Released in Added as part of Unicode 6.0 in 2010 and Emoji 1.0 in 2015

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Meaning and Interpretation

"The 📮 Postbox emoji represents a postbox commonly used for mailing letters and documents. It is associated with communication, sending mail, and the act of staying in touch."

Symbolism

  • Communication: It symbolizes the act of sending and receiving messages.
  • Delivery: Represents the physical delivery of items through the mail.
  • Connection: Indicates staying connected with people, either professionally or personally.

Common Usage Scenarios

  • When you have sent or are about to send a physical letter or package.
  • Talking about mailing items, bills, or documents.
  • Referring to communication over long distances, especially when planning to stay in touch.

Usage Examples in Conversation

I just sent you a postcard from my trip! 📮 Hope it makes it soon.
Just dropped off your gift at the post office 📮 Should arrive this week!
I love the old-school charm of sending and receiving letters 📮
I'll be sending my documents tomorrow 📮 Let me know when you get them.
Can't wait to receive your letter 📮 Feels so special!

Usage Guidelines and Etiquette

  • Use when talking about mail or physical deliveries, not for digital communication.
  • This emoji can symbolize both sending and receiving mail, depending on the context.
  • In a professional context, it can emphasize the reliability or acknowledgment of mailed correspondence, like in office work or legal documentation.

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Closed Mailbox with Raised Flag

Represents a mailbox ready to receive mail.

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Closed Mailbox with Lowered Flag

Depicts a mailbox but indicates there's no new mail.

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Symbolizes letters or mail, often used in messaging.

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Envelope with Arrow

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Memo

Represents notes, writing, or documents.

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Outbox Tray

Represents outgoing mail or messaging.

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Inbox Tray

Symbolizes incoming messages or mail.

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Package

Represents parcels or deliveries.

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Represents a post office building, often used with mail-related contexts.

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E-mail

Represents electronic mail, often used for emails or digital communication.