Unicode: U+1F44D-U+1F3FE
Shortcodes: :thumbs_up medium-dark:
Classic approval sign, but Gen Z may read it as passive-aggressive or dismissive.
Indicating approval, agreement, or acknowledgment.
Example: โGot it ๐โ
Professional acknowledgment or approval in workplace communication.
Example: โSounds good ๐โ
Can indicate dismissiveness, annoyance, or fake agreement.
Example: โFine ๐โ
Used to signal 'whatever' or forced acceptance.
Example: โSure, I guess ๐โ
Common reaction emoji - generally seen as professional and appropriate.
May feel cold or dismissive to younger recipients, especially in personal conversations.
Commonly used as a reaction, less likely to be read as passive-aggressive.
Often perceive it as passive-aggressive, hostile, or dismissive. The 'OK Boomer' of emojis.
Mixed feelings - aware it can seem cold but still use it professionally.
A simple, clear signal of approval with no negative connotations.
Younger people may interpret this as dismissive or passive-aggressive. Consider using words or other emojis with Gen Z.
Represents extraterrestrials.
Represents video game aliens.
Represents the real heart.
Angel! Innocent or heavenly.
Angel! Innocent or heavenly.
Angel! Innocent or heavenly.
Angel! Innocent or heavenly.
Angel! Innocent or heavenly.