The 🙏 emoji, represented with the unicode 1F64F, is officially known as Person with Folded Hands. It depicts two hands placed firmly together, meaning please or thank you in Japanese culture. It is often used to represent praying, or showing respect and gratitude. This emoji is not a combined unicode, meaning it is represented by a single unicode character.
The primary and most common uses for the 🙏 emoji are to express gratitude, say a prayer, or to request something politely. It is widely used across various contexts, such as in text messages, social media posts, and comments to convey these sentiments. For example, it might be used in a social media post to express gratitude for a positive event or outcome ("Thank you for all your support 🙏"), or in a text message to request a favor ("Could you please help me with this? 🙏").
Beyond its primary uses, the 🙏 emoji can also be used to represent positive sentiments or affiliations. For instance, it might be used to show solidarity with a cause or group, to express hope for a positive outcome, or to convey a sense of peace or tranquility. It can also be used in a non-religious context to symbolize a high-five.
The 🙏 emoji is one of the most popular emojis used worldwide, reflecting its broad range of uses and cultural significance. It is particularly popular in cultures where hand gestures play a significant role in communication, such as in Japan. The emoji has also gained cultural significance through its use in popular media and online communities, where it is often used to express solidarity, respect, or support.
Related emojis include the 👐 (Open Hands) emoji, which can also be used to represent openness or acceptance, and the 🤲 (Palms Up Together) emoji, which can be used to represent a similar range of sentiments including prayer, gratitude, and hope.
In specific apps or communities, the 🙏 emoji can have unique associations. For example, on Snapchat, it is used to represent a streak of consecutive days of communication between two users. On Instagram, it is often used in captions or comments to express gratitude or appreciation. In various online communities, it is used as a symbol of respect or solidarity, particularly in discussions around social issues or causes.