U+1F9EB • Objects
Petri Dish Emoji
Meaning
A petri dish, as used to culture microbes. Depicted as a clear, shallow cylinder with a red, blue, or green growth medium, such as agar, with splotches of variously colored cells, like bacteria.
May be used for various content concerning biology and science more generally. May also be used to represent germs and other microorganisms.
Samsung’s design features a lid, while Google’s design previously featured a dropper.
Also known as:
Technical Information
| Unicode | U+1F9EB |
|---|---|
| Unicode Name | petri dish |
| Shortcode | :petri-dish: |
| Category | Objects |
| Subcategory | science |
| Version | E11.0 |
| Qualification | fully-qualified |
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the 🧫 Petri Dish emoji mean?
A petri dish, as used to culture microbes. Depicted as a clear, shallow cylinder with a red, blue, or green growth medium, such as agar, with splotches of variously colored cells, like bacteria. May be used for various content concerning biology and science more generally. May also be used to represent germs and other microorganisms. Samsung’s design features a lid, while Google’s design previously featured a dropper.
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 Petri Dish?
The Unicode for the Petri Dish emoji is U+1F9EB.
On which platforms can I use the 🧫 emoji?
You can use the Petri Dish 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 Petri Dish 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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