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👎Thumbs Down Emoji (👎) EmojiUnicode: 1F44E

A symbol for disapproval.

Released in The '👎' emoji was officially added in Unicode 6.0 in 2010 and is available across most platforms.

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Meaning and Interpretation

"The '👎' emoji typically represents disapproval, disagreement, or rejection. It is most commonly used to express a negative reaction to something, whether it is an idea, an action, or a comment. It can also signify failure or indicate that something is not up to expectations."

Symbolism

Disapproval: The thumbs down gesture has been used for centuries to signify discontent or rejection.
Failure: It often symbolizes that something has failed or did not perform to expectations.
Disagreement: This emoji can indicate that one does not agree with a statement or decision.

Common Usage Scenarios

Expressing disagreement in a discussion or debate.
Reacting to a piece of content you do not like, such as a post or comment.
Showing dissatisfaction about a service or product.

Usage Examples in Conversation

Friend: 'Should we go out this Friday?' You: '👎 I’m not feeling it.'

You: 'That new album was a huge letdown. 👎'

Friend: 'How did the meeting go?' You: '👎 Total waste of time.'

Colleague: 'The new update has so many bugs!' You: '👎 Totally agree.'

Customer: 'This product doesn’t work as advertised. 👎'

Usage Guidelines and Etiquette

Avoid overusing the '👎' emoji as it can come off as overly negative or rude.
Ensure context is clear—using it without explaining your reasoning may confuse or offend the other party.
Use cautiously in professional environments as it can be seen as a blunt or unconstructive response.