U+2B50 • Travel & Places
Star Emoji
Meaning
A classic, five-point gold star.
Commonly used for various metaphorical senses of star (e.g., for fame, success, excellence, reviews). Also used for emphasis or flair. Occasionally used for astronomical stars.
Not to be confused with 💫 Dizzy, 🌟 Glowing Star, 🌠 Shooting Star, or ✨ Sparkles, though their applications may overlap.
Samsung and Facebook’s stars were once silver.
See the glossary for the term white in Unicode character names.
Also known as:
Technical Information
| Unicode | U+2B50 |
|---|---|
| Unicode Name | star |
| Shortcode | :star: |
| Category | Travel & Places |
| Subcategory | sky & weather |
| Version | E0.6 |
| Qualification | fully-qualified |
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the ⭐ Star emoji mean?
A classic, five-point gold star. Commonly used for various metaphorical senses of star (e.g., for fame, success, excellence, reviews). Also used for emphasis or flair. Occasionally used for astronomical stars. Not to be confused with 💫 Dizzy, 🌟 Glowing Star, 🌠 Shooting Star, or ✨ Sparkles, though their applications may overlap. Samsung and Facebook’s stars were once silver. See the glossary for the term white in Unicode character names.
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 Star?
The Unicode for the Star emoji is U+2B50.
On which platforms can I use the ⭐ emoji?
You can use the Star 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 Star 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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