U+1F577 • Animals & Nature
Spider Emoji
Meaning
A spider, an eight-legged arachnid that spins a web. Depicted as a common black spider, as a house spider or funnel-web spider, often shown from above with its large abdomen oriented at the bottom.
See also 🕸️ Spider Web. Commonly used during Halloween and to represent the superhero Spider-Man.
Facebook’s spider is facing left. Google's spider was previously upside down, suspended from a thread, though now is facing left. Microsoft’s spider was previously a black widow, while Samsung’s was brown.
Also known as:
Technical Information
| Unicode | U+1F577 |
|---|---|
| Unicode Name | spider |
| Shortcode | :spider: |
| Category | Animals & Nature |
| Subcategory | animal-bug |
| Version | E0.7 |
| Qualification | unqualified |
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the 🕷️ Spider emoji mean?
A spider, an eight-legged arachnid that spins a web. Depicted as a common black spider, as a house spider or funnel-web spider, often shown from above with its large abdomen oriented at the bottom. See also 🕸️ Spider Web. Commonly used during Halloween and to represent the superhero Spider-Man. Facebook’s spider is facing left. Google's spider was previously upside down, suspended from a thread, though now is facing left. Microsoft’s spider was previously a black widow, while Samsung’s was brown.
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 Spider?
The Unicode for the Spider emoji is U+1F577.
On which platforms can I use the 🕷️ emoji?
You can use the Spider 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 Spider 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.