U+1FAF1 • People & Body
Rightward Hand Emoji
Meaning
An open right hand facing right, so as to show the back of the hand with the thumb on the top and the pinky on the bottom.
This emoji was developed along with 🫲 Leftwards Hand to allow for the creation of ZWJ Sequences that depict 🤝 Handshake with two different skin tone modifiers applied, one to each hand.
Also known as:
Technical Information
| Unicode | U+1FAF1 |
|---|---|
| Unicode Name | rightwards hand |
| Shortcode | :rightwards-hand: |
| Category | People & Body |
| Subcategory | hand-fingers-open |
| Version | E14.0 |
| Qualification | fully-qualified |
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the 🫱 Rightward Hand emoji mean?
An open right hand facing right, so as to show the back of the hand with the thumb on the top and the pinky on the bottom. This emoji was developed along with 🫲 Leftwards Hand to allow for the creation of ZWJ Sequences that depict 🤝 Handshake with two different skin tone modifiers applied, one to each 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 Rightward Hand?
The Unicode for the Rightward Hand emoji is U+1FAF1.
On which platforms can I use the 🫱 emoji?
You can use the Rightward 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 Rightward 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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