U+1F36C • Food & Drink
Candy Emoji
Meaning
A small piece of candy wrapped in plastic or wax paper with twists on its ends. Shape and color vary widely by platform. Facebook’s design used to resemble a classic unwrapped red-and-white peppermint. May also be called sweets or lollies.
This emoji tends to spike in use around Halloween.
Also known as:
Technical Information
| Unicode | U+1F36C |
|---|---|
| Unicode Name | candy |
| Shortcode | :candy: |
| Category | Food & Drink |
| Subcategory | food-sweet |
| Version | E0.6 |
| Qualification | fully-qualified |
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the 🍬 Candy emoji mean?
A small piece of candy wrapped in plastic or wax paper with twists on its ends. Shape and color vary widely by platform. Facebook’s design used to resemble a classic unwrapped red-and-white peppermint. May also be called sweets or lollies. This emoji tends to spike in use around Halloween.
How do I copy the 🍬 emoji?
Click the "Copy Emoji" button on this page, or select the emoji (🍬) and press Ctrl+C (Windows) or Cmd+C (Mac).
What is the Unicode for Candy?
The Unicode for the Candy emoji is U+1F36C.
On which platforms can I use the 🍬 emoji?
You can use the Candy emoji on all major platforms including iOS, Android, Windows, macOS, and all social media apps like WhatsApp, Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook.
How to Use the Candy Emoji
In Text Messages
"That was hilarious 🍬"
"I'm so relieved 🍬"
Perfect for expressing relief, nervous laughter, or awkward situations.
On Social Media
Captions: "When you barely make it on time 🍬"
Comments: "This is literally me 🍬"
Great for relatable content and reactions.
Professional Use
Emails: Use sparingly for lightening the tone
Slack/Teams: "Finally fixed that bug 🍬"
Adds personality to workplace communication.
Creative Combinations
🍬💦 (emphasized relief)
🍬😅 (double relief)
Combine with other emojis for unique expressions.
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