U+1F41D • Animals & Nature
Honeybee Emoji
Meaning
A honey bee, a busy, flying insect that lives in a hive and makes honey. Depicted as a black-and-yellow bee with clear or white wings and a stinger. Variously facing left in full profile or shown from above.
May be used to represent various types of bees (e.g., bumblebee) and wasps (e.g., hornets, yellow jackets). May also be used to accent black-and-yellow colors or patterns. Popularly used in connection with singer and superstar Beyoncé (nicknamed Queen Bey) or for metaphorical queen bees. Can also be used to refer to the city of Manchester in the United Kingdom, as the worker bee is the symbol of the city.
Also known as:
Technical Information
| Unicode | U+1F41D |
|---|---|
| Unicode Name | honeybee |
| Shortcode | :honeybee: |
| Category | Animals & Nature |
| Subcategory | animal-bug |
| Version | E0.6 |
| Qualification | fully-qualified |
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the 🐝 Honeybee emoji mean?
A honey bee, a busy, flying insect that lives in a hive and makes honey. Depicted as a black-and-yellow bee with clear or white wings and a stinger. Variously facing left in full profile or shown from above. May be used to represent various types of bees (e.g., bumblebee) and wasps (e.g., hornets, yellow jackets). May also be used to accent black-and-yellow colors or patterns. Popularly used in connection with singer and superstar Beyoncé (nicknamed Queen Bey) or for metaphorical queen bees. Can also be used to refer to the city of Manchester in the United Kingdom, as the worker bee is the symbol of the city.
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 Honeybee?
The Unicode for the Honeybee emoji is U+1F41D.
On which platforms can I use the 🐝 emoji?
You can use the Honeybee 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 Honeybee 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.