U+1F983 • Animals & Nature
Turkey Emoji
Meaning
A turkey, a gobbling bird traditionally eaten at Thanksgiving or Christmas. Depicted in full profile facing left, standing on its legs with a dark-brown body, a white-fringed plume, pink or blue head, and its distinctive red snood and wattle.
May be consumed in the form of 🍗 Poultry Leg.
Also known as:
Technical Information
| Unicode | U+1F983 |
|---|---|
| Unicode Name | turkey |
| Shortcode | :turkey: |
| Category | Animals & Nature |
| Subcategory | animal-bird |
| Version | E1.0 |
| Qualification | fully-qualified |
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the 🦃 Turkey emoji mean?
A turkey, a gobbling bird traditionally eaten at Thanksgiving or Christmas. Depicted in full profile facing left, standing on its legs with a dark-brown body, a white-fringed plume, pink or blue head, and its distinctive red snood and wattle. May be consumed in the form of 🍗 Poultry Leg.
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 Turkey?
The Unicode for the Turkey emoji is U+1F983.
On which platforms can I use the 🦃 emoji?
You can use the Turkey 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 Turkey 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.