U+1F31B • Travel & Places
First Quarter Moon Face Emoji
Meaning
A first quarter moon with a human face, as the Man in the Moon. Generally depicts a wide, golden crescent moon with the profile of a slightly smiling human face with a nose, facing left.
May be used to represent the moon more generally and saying good night.
See also 🌓 First Quarter Moon and 🌙 Crescent Moon. Not to be confused with 🌜 Last Quarter Moon Face, though their applications may overlap.
WhatsApp’s eyes are looking back. Facebook’s moon is silver but was previously golden; Twitter’s was previously silver. Google’s eyes were previously closed.
Also known as:
Technical Information
| Unicode | U+1F31B |
|---|---|
| Unicode Name | first quarter moon face |
| Shortcode | :first-quarter-moon-face: |
| Category | Travel & Places |
| Subcategory | sky & weather |
| Version | E0.6 |
| Qualification | fully-qualified |
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the 🌛 First Quarter Moon Face emoji mean?
A first quarter moon with a human face, as the Man in the Moon. Generally depicts a wide, golden crescent moon with the profile of a slightly smiling human face with a nose, facing left. May be used to represent the moon more generally and saying good night. See also 🌓 First Quarter Moon and 🌙 Crescent Moon. Not to be confused with 🌜 Last Quarter Moon Face, though their applications may overlap. WhatsApp’s eyes are looking back. Facebook’s moon is silver but was previously golden; Twitter’s was previously silver. Google’s eyes were previously closed.
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 First Quarter Moon Face?
The Unicode for the First Quarter Moon Face emoji is U+1F31B.
On which platforms can I use the 🌛 emoji?
You can use the First Quarter Moon Face 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 First Quarter Moon Face 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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