U+1F317 • Travel & Places
Last Quarter Moon Emoji
Meaning
A last quarter moon, the seventh of the eight phases of the moon. Depicts the moon as a cratered disc, its left side half illuminated in gold or silver, its remainder dark.
May be used to represent the moon more generally, nighttime, outer space, and astronomy. May also be used to convey enchanting or eerie feelings.
See also 🌜 Last Quarter Moon Face. Not to be confused with 🌓 First Quarter Moon, though their applications may overlap. Used as part of the Moon Emoji Creep meme.
Samsung’s design once resembled a full moon with stars and previously displayed as a last quarter moon in a night sky with stars.
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Technical Information
| Unicode | U+1F317 |
|---|---|
| Unicode Name | last quarter moon |
| Shortcode | :last-quarter-moon: |
| Category | Travel & Places |
| Subcategory | sky & weather |
| Version | E1.0 |
| Qualification | fully-qualified |
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the 🌗 Last Quarter Moon emoji mean?
A last quarter moon, the seventh of the eight phases of the moon. Depicts the moon as a cratered disc, its left side half illuminated in gold or silver, its remainder dark. May be used to represent the moon more generally, nighttime, outer space, and astronomy. May also be used to convey enchanting or eerie feelings. See also 🌜 Last Quarter Moon Face. Not to be confused with 🌓 First Quarter Moon, though their applications may overlap. Used as part of the Moon Emoji Creep meme. Samsung’s design once resembled a full moon with stars and previously displayed as a last quarter moon in a night sky with stars.
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 Last Quarter Moon?
The Unicode for the Last Quarter Moon emoji is U+1F317.
On which platforms can I use the 🌗 emoji?
You can use the Last Quarter Moon 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 Last Quarter Moon 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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