U+1F9F8 • Activities
Teddy Bear Emoji
Meaning
A classic teddy bear, as snuggled by a child when going to sleep. Depicted as a brown, stuffed toy bear, shown seated with its arms to the sides, hind paw pads facing forward, and a friendly smile on its face.
Google, WhatsApp, Huawei and Twitter's designs include a ribbon around the neck, while Facebook's is wearing a bow tie.
Commonly used to convey something or someone is cute or cuddly (e.g., teddy bear as a term of endearment) as well as other warm, loving sentiments (e.g., get well soon). May also be used for various content concerning toys and children more generally.
Not to be confused with 🐻 Bear Face, though their applications may overlap.
Also known as:
Technical Information
| Unicode | U+1F9F8 |
|---|---|
| Unicode Name | teddy bear |
| Shortcode | :teddy-bear: |
| Category | Activities |
| Subcategory | game |
| Version | E11.0 |
| Qualification | fully-qualified |
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the 🧸 Teddy Bear emoji mean?
A classic teddy bear, as snuggled by a child when going to sleep. Depicted as a brown, stuffed toy bear, shown seated with its arms to the sides, hind paw pads facing forward, and a friendly smile on its face. Google, WhatsApp, Huawei and Twitter's designs include a ribbon around the neck, while Facebook's is wearing a bow tie. Commonly used to convey something or someone is cute or cuddly (e.g., teddy bear as a term of endearment) as well as other warm, loving sentiments (e.g., get well soon). May also be used for various content concerning toys and children more generally. Not to be confused with 🐻 Bear Face, though their applications may overlap.
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 Teddy Bear?
The Unicode for the Teddy Bear emoji is U+1F9F8.
On which platforms can I use the 🧸 emoji?
You can use the Teddy Bear 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 Teddy Bear 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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