U+1FAF2 • People & Body
Leftward Hand Emoji
Meaning
An open right hand facing left, so as to show the palm of the hand with the thumb on the top and the pinky on the bottom.
This emoji was developed along with 🫱 Rightwards Hand to allow for the creation of ZWJ Sequences that depict 🤝 Handshake with two different skin tone modifiers applied, one to each hand.
Also known as:
Technical Information
| Unicode | U+1FAF2 |
|---|---|
| Unicode Name | leftwards hand |
| Shortcode | :leftwards-hand: |
| Category | People & Body |
| Subcategory | hand-fingers-open |
| Version | E14.0 |
| Qualification | fully-qualified |
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the 🫲 Leftward Hand emoji mean?
An open right hand facing left, so as to show the palm of the hand with the thumb on the top and the pinky on the bottom. This emoji was developed along with 🫱 Rightwards Hand to allow for the creation of ZWJ Sequences that depict 🤝 Handshake with two different skin tone modifiers applied, one to each hand.
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 Leftward Hand?
The Unicode for the Leftward Hand emoji is U+1FAF2.
On which platforms can I use the 🫲 emoji?
You can use the Leftward Hand 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 Leftward Hand 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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