U+1FAB8 • Animals & Nature
Coral Emoji
Meaning
Coral as found in a reef, of varying shapes and colors. Sometimes used as a symbol of climate change due to coral bleaching.
Depending on the emoji keyboard being used, this emoji may appear among either animal or plant emojis. This variation notably resulted in criticism from social media users following the release of iOS 15.4, as corals are animals, not plants.
Also known as:
Technical Information
| Unicode | U+1FAB8 |
|---|---|
| Unicode Name | coral |
| Shortcode | :coral: |
| Category | Animals & Nature |
| Subcategory | animal-marine |
| Version | E14.0 |
| Qualification | fully-qualified |
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the 🪸 Coral emoji mean?
Coral as found in a reef, of varying shapes and colors. Sometimes used as a symbol of climate change due to coral bleaching. Depending on the emoji keyboard being used, this emoji may appear among either animal or plant emojis. This variation notably resulted in criticism from social media users following the release of iOS 15.4, as corals are animals, not plants.
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 Coral?
The Unicode for the Coral emoji is U+1FAB8.
On which platforms can I use the 🪸 emoji?
You can use the Coral 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 Coral 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.