The emoji with the Unicode 2642 FE0F is known as the
Male Sign emoji. It is a symbol that represents the male gender. The symbol is a circle with an arrow pointing to the upper right coming out from the circle's right side. This symbol is universally recognized as representing males or masculinity. It is not a combined Unicode.
The primary and most common uses for the Male Sign emoji are to denote gender-specific content or discussions. It is often used in contexts related to men, boys, or masculinity. For example, it can be used in social media posts or messages to indicate that a particular product, event, or topic is specifically for males. It is also used in discussions about gender issues or to denote the gender of a person or animal.
Beyond its obvious use to denote gender, the Male Sign emoji can also be used to represent positive sentiments or affiliations. For example, it can be used to show support for mens rights or mens health issues. It can also be used in discussions about astronomy and astrology, as the symbol is also associated with the planet Mars.
The Male Sign emoji is widely used and recognized across different cultures and demographics. It is a universal symbol for the male gender, making it a significant emoji in discussions about gender and sexuality. It is also used in the context of International Mens Day, celebrated on November 19th, to raise awareness about mens mental health and promote positive expressions of masculinity.
Related emojis include the
Female Sign emoji, which is the counterpart to the Male Sign emoji and represents the female gender. There are also emojis for both genders combined, such as the
Person emoji, and emojis representing different family structures that include male figures, like the Man and Woman Holding Hands emoji.
The Male Sign emoji is used across various social media platforms and messaging apps. On platforms like Snapchat or Instagram, it might be used in user bios to indicate the users gender. In the context of online communities, it is often used in discussions about gender issues, mens rights, or men's health.