U+1F349 β’ Food & Drink
Watermelon Emoji
Meaning
A slice of watermelon, showing its rich pink flesh, black seeds, and green rind.
Notably used to reference the flag of Palestine, as the fruitβs colors correspond to those of the flag.
May be used in reference to the Chinese slang term βeating melonβ (εη), meaning to watch gossip, drama, or controversy unfold as a bystander, without direct involvement, similar to how πΏ Popcorn may be used. The Chinese social platforms Sina Weibo and WeChat also include an emoji shortcode depicting a smiley eating watermelon.
This emoji can also be considered racist in some contexts, particularly when used to disparage, insult, and abuse people with dark skin, especially Black people.
Also known as:
Technical Information
| Unicode | U+1F349 |
|---|---|
| Unicode Name | watermelon |
| Shortcode | :watermelon: |
| Category | Food & Drink |
| Subcategory | food-fruit |
| Version | E0.6 |
| Qualification | fully-qualified |
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the π Watermelon emoji mean?
A slice of watermelon, showing its rich pink flesh, black seeds, and green rind. Notably used to reference the flag of Palestine, as the fruitβs colors correspond to those of the flag. May be used in reference to the Chinese slang term βeating melonβ (εη), meaning to watch gossip, drama, or controversy unfold as a bystander, without direct involvement, similar to how πΏ Popcorn may be used. The Chinese social platforms Sina Weibo and WeChat also include an emoji shortcode depicting a smiley eating watermelon. This emoji can also be considered racist in some contexts, particularly when used to disparage, insult, and abuse people with dark skin, especially Black people.
How do I copy the π emoji?
Click the "Copy Emoji" button on this page, or select the emoji (π) and press Ctrl+C (Windows) or Cmd+C (Mac).
What is the Unicode for Watermelon?
The Unicode for the Watermelon emoji is U+1F349.
On which platforms can I use the π emoji?
You can use the Watermelon 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 Watermelon Emoji
In Text Messages
"That was hilarious π"
"I'm so relieved π"
Perfect for expressing relief, nervous laughter, or awkward situations.
On Social Media
Captions: "When you barely make it on time π"
Comments: "This is literally me π"
Great for relatable content and reactions.
Professional Use
Emails: Use sparingly for lightening the tone
Slack/Teams: "Finally fixed that bug π"
Adds personality to workplace communication.
Creative Combinations
ππ¦ (emphasized relief)
ππ (double relief)
Combine with other emojis for unique expressions.
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