U+1F9C5 • Food & Drink
Onion Emoji
Meaning
A round yellow onion. Can be used to talk about cooking, eating, or crying. Sometimes used in metaphors about layers. Might also be used in computing contexts in reference to onion routing.
Also known as:
Technical Information
| Unicode | U+1F9C5 |
|---|---|
| Unicode Name | onion |
| Shortcode | :onion: |
| Category | Food & Drink |
| Subcategory | food-vegetable |
| Version | E12.0 |
| Qualification | fully-qualified |
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the 🧅 Onion emoji mean?
A round yellow onion. Can be used to talk about cooking, eating, or crying. Sometimes used in metaphors about layers. Might also be used in computing contexts in reference to onion routing.
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 Onion?
The Unicode for the Onion emoji is U+1F9C5.
On which platforms can I use the 🧅 emoji?
You can use the Onion 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 Onion 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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