U+1F982 • Animals & Nature
Scorpion Emoji
Meaning
A scorpion, an arachnid with lobster-like pincers and a stinging tail. Depicted as a light-brown scorpion from above, often facing left, with its pincers and curving stinger raised. Shown with six or, accurately, eight legs in addition to its pincers.
Often used to represent ♏ Scorpio in the Western zodiac.
WhatsApp’s scorpion is reddish in color.
Also known as:
Technical Information
| Unicode | U+1F982 |
|---|---|
| Unicode Name | scorpion |
| Shortcode | :scorpion: |
| Category | Animals & Nature |
| Subcategory | animal-bug |
| Version | E1.0 |
| Qualification | fully-qualified |
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the 🦂 Scorpion emoji mean?
A scorpion, an arachnid with lobster-like pincers and a stinging tail. Depicted as a light-brown scorpion from above, often facing left, with its pincers and curving stinger raised. Shown with six or, accurately, eight legs in addition to its pincers. Often used to represent ♏ Scorpio in the Western zodiac. WhatsApp’s scorpion is reddish in color.
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 Scorpion?
The Unicode for the Scorpion emoji is U+1F982.
On which platforms can I use the 🦂 emoji?
You can use the Scorpion 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 Scorpion 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.