U+1F311 • Travel & Places
New Moon Emoji
Meaning
A new moon, the first of the eight phases of the moon. Depicts the moon as a full, bluish- or grayish-black, cratered disc, not illuminated by the sun.
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 🌚 New Moon Face. Used as part of the Moon Emoji Creep meme.
Google’s new moon was previously a gray circle with a yellow outline. Samsung’s design once resembled a full moon with stars and previously displayed as a new moon in a night sky with stars.
Also known as:
Technical Information
| Unicode | U+1F311 |
|---|---|
| Unicode Name | new moon |
| Shortcode | :new-moon: |
| Category | Travel & Places |
| Subcategory | sky & weather |
| Version | E0.6 |
| Qualification | fully-qualified |
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the 🌑 New Moon emoji mean?
A new moon, the first of the eight phases of the moon. Depicts the moon as a full, bluish- or grayish-black, cratered disc, not illuminated by the sun. 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 🌚 New Moon Face. Used as part of the Moon Emoji Creep meme. Google’s new moon was previously a gray circle with a yellow outline. Samsung’s design once resembled a full moon with stars and previously displayed as a new 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 New Moon?
The Unicode for the New Moon emoji is U+1F311.
On which platforms can I use the 🌑 emoji?
You can use the New 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 New 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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