U+1F58C • Objects
Paintbrush Emoji
Meaning
A thin, artist's paintbrush, as used to paint a picture. Often depicted with reddish paint on its pointed bristles. Positioned at a 45° angle, its tip at the lower left.
Commonly used for various content concerning the art of painting or fine art more generally. Often paired with 🎨 Artist Palette.
Also known as:
Technical Information
| Unicode | U+1F58C |
|---|---|
| Unicode Name | paintbrush |
| Shortcode | :paintbrush: |
| Category | Objects |
| Subcategory | writing |
| Version | E0.7 |
| Qualification | unqualified |
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the 🖌️ Paintbrush emoji mean?
A thin, artist's paintbrush, as used to paint a picture. Often depicted with reddish paint on its pointed bristles. Positioned at a 45° angle, its tip at the lower left. Commonly used for various content concerning the art of painting or fine art more generally. Often paired with 🎨 Artist Palette.
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 Paintbrush?
The Unicode for the Paintbrush emoji is U+1F58C.
On which platforms can I use the 🖌️ emoji?
You can use the Paintbrush 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 Paintbrush 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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