U+1FAF4 • People & Body
Palm-up Hand Emoji
Meaning
A hand in profile with the palm facing up.
Can be used to represent the action of lifting, offering, demanding, or beckoning. May also be used to express a question or lack of knowledge.
The design is the inverse of 🫴 Palm Down Hand. The hand position is similar to the one in 💁 Person Tipping Hand.
Also known as:
Technical Information
| Unicode | U+1FAF4 |
|---|---|
| Unicode Name | palm up hand |
| Shortcode | :palm-up-hand: |
| Category | People & Body |
| Subcategory | hand-fingers-open |
| Version | E14.0 |
| Qualification | fully-qualified |
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the 🫴 Palm-up Hand emoji mean?
A hand in profile with the palm facing up. Can be used to represent the action of lifting, offering, demanding, or beckoning. May also be used to express a question or lack of knowledge. The design is the inverse of 🫴 Palm Down Hand. The hand position is similar to the one in 💁 Person Tipping 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 Palm-up Hand?
The Unicode for the Palm-up Hand emoji is U+1FAF4.
On which platforms can I use the 🫴 emoji?
You can use the Palm-up 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 Palm-up 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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