The emoji with the Unicode 23F9 FE0F is known as the
Stop Button emoji. It is a combined Unicode, with 23F9 representing the Stop Button symbol and FE0F being a variation selector used to specify an emoji-style display for the preceding character. The emoji is depicted as a square, usually red, which is universally recognized as a symbol for stop.
The primary and most common uses for the Stop Button emoji are to indicate the action of stopping, halting, or ending something. It is often used in digital contexts to refer to stopping a video or music track. In broader communication, it can be used to express the desire to end a conversation or to signal disagreement with a statement or action.
In non-romantic or non-obvious contexts, the Stop Button emoji can be used to represent positive sentiments such as asserting boundaries, taking a break, or stopping to appreciate something. For example, it could be used in a message like "Let's stop and enjoy the moment 🛑".
The Stop Button emoji is widely used across various platforms and demographics due to its universal recognition as a symbol for stop. It does not have any specific cultural significance but is a staple in digital communication due to its association with media controls.
Related emojis include the
Pause Button emoji (⏸️),
Play Button emoji (▶️), and
Next Track Button emoji (⏭️), which are all part of the same group of media control symbols. The
Red Square emoji (🟥) may also be considered related due to its similar appearance and potential for similar uses.
The Stop Button emoji does not have any specific associations with particular apps or communities. However, it is commonly used in the context of digital media, such as on YouTube or music streaming platforms, to represent the action of stopping a track or video.