The emoji with the unicode 1F468 1F3FF 200D 2764 200D 1F468 1F3FD is a combined emoji that represents two men with a heart between them. The 1F468 unicode represents a man, 1F3FF represents a dark skin tone, 200D is a zero-width joiner that combines the emojis, 2764 represents a red heart, and 1F3FD represents a medium skin tone. Therefore, this emoji represents a family unit of two men of different skin tones, showing love for each other.
The primary and most common use of this emoji is to represent a same-sex couple or family, particularly in the context of romantic love or marriage. It is often used in social media posts, text messages, or emails to express support for same-sex relationships, or to indicate one's own relationship status.
Beyond its romantic implications, this emoji can also be used to represent strong friendship or brotherhood between two men. It can symbolize unity, solidarity, and mutual respect, making it a positive symbol for various communities and social movements.
This emoji holds cultural significance as a symbol of diversity and inclusivity, reflecting the growing acceptance and visibility of same-sex relationships in society. Its introduction was a significant step towards more diverse and representative emoji options. However, its usage may vary across different cultures and regions due to differing societal attitudes towards same-sex relationships.
Related emojis include other family and couple emojis, such as the two women with heart emoji, the family emoji, and the couple with heart emoji. Variations of this emoji include the same two men with different skin tones, or with an added child, representing a family.
In specific apps like Instagram or Snapchat, this emoji can be used in posts or stories to celebrate Pride Month, same-sex marriage legalization anniversaries, or other LGBTQ+ related events. It is also commonly used in the profiles of users who identify as gay or support LGBTQ+ rights.