U+2699 • Objects
Gear Emoji
Meaning
A round metal gear with teeth.
Used to talk about tools and engineering (both hardware and software). Also commonly used to indicate settings on user interfaces. May also represent hard work, e.g., grinding in sports.
May be used in a NSFW manner due to sharing its name with a slang term commonly used for certain illicit substances.
Samsung’s design originally featured a white gear icon on a green square.
Also known as:
Technical Information
| Unicode | U+2699 |
|---|---|
| Unicode Name | gear |
| Shortcode | :gear: |
| Category | Objects |
| Subcategory | tool |
| Version | E1.0 |
| Qualification | unqualified |
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the ⚙️ Gear emoji mean?
A round metal gear with teeth. Used to talk about tools and engineering (both hardware and software). Also commonly used to indicate settings on user interfaces. May also represent hard work, e.g., grinding in sports. May be used in a NSFW manner due to sharing its name with a slang term commonly used for certain illicit substances. Samsung’s design originally featured a white gear icon on a green square.
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 Gear?
The Unicode for the Gear emoji is U+2699.
On which platforms can I use the ⚙️ emoji?
You can use the Gear 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 Gear 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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