U+1F30A • Travel & Places
Water Wave Emoji
Meaning
A wave of water, as breaks at the beach. Depicted as a blue wave with a foamy, white crest, curling to the right.
May be used to represent water in general, various bodies of water like oceans, and water activities, such as swimming, surfing, and sailing. May also be used to represent metaphorical waves.
Apple’s design resembles the iconic wave in Japanese artist Hokusai’s famous woodblock print, The Great Wave off Kanagawa (ca. 1830), with Samsung and WhatsApp’s designs also echoing the artwork.
Also known as:
Technical Information
| Unicode | U+1F30A |
|---|---|
| Unicode Name | water wave |
| Shortcode | :water-wave: |
| Category | Travel & Places |
| Subcategory | sky & weather |
| Version | E0.6 |
| Qualification | fully-qualified |
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the 🌊 Water Wave emoji mean?
A wave of water, as breaks at the beach. Depicted as a blue wave with a foamy, white crest, curling to the right. May be used to represent water in general, various bodies of water like oceans, and water activities, such as swimming, surfing, and sailing. May also be used to represent metaphorical waves. Apple’s design resembles the iconic wave in Japanese artist Hokusai’s famous woodblock print, The Great Wave off Kanagawa (ca. 1830), with Samsung and WhatsApp’s designs also echoing the artwork.
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 Water Wave?
The Unicode for the Water Wave emoji is U+1F30A.
On which platforms can I use the 🌊 emoji?
You can use the Water Wave 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 Water Wave 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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