U+1F312 • Travel & Places
Waxing Crescent Moon Emoji
Meaning
A waxing crescent moon (appearing to become larger), the second of the eight phases of the moon. Depicts the moon as a cratered disc, its right side illuminated in a thin, golden or silver crescent, its remainder dark.
May be used to represent the moon more generally, nighttime, outer space, and astronomy. May also be used to convey enchanting or eerie feelings.
See also 🌙 Crescent Moon. Not to be confused with 🌘 Waning Crescent Moon, though their applications may overlap. Used as part of the Moon Emoji Creep meme.
Samsung’s design once resembled a full moon with stars and previously displayed as a crescent moon in a night sky with stars.
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Technical Information
| Unicode | U+1F312 |
|---|---|
| Unicode Name | waxing crescent moon |
| Shortcode | :waxing-crescent-moon: |
| Category | Travel & Places |
| Subcategory | sky & weather |
| Version | E1.0 |
| Qualification | fully-qualified |
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the 🌒 Waxing Crescent Moon emoji mean?
A waxing crescent moon (appearing to become larger), the second of the eight phases of the moon. Depicts the moon as a cratered disc, its right side illuminated in a thin, golden or silver crescent, its remainder dark. May be used to represent the moon more generally, nighttime, outer space, and astronomy. May also be used to convey enchanting or eerie feelings. See also 🌙 Crescent Moon. Not to be confused with 🌘 Waning Crescent Moon, though their applications may overlap. Used as part of the Moon Emoji Creep meme. Samsung’s design once resembled a full moon with stars and previously displayed as a crescent moon in a night sky with stars.
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 Waxing Crescent Moon?
The Unicode for the Waxing Crescent Moon emoji is U+1F312.
On which platforms can I use the 🌒 emoji?
You can use the Waxing Crescent Moon 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 Waxing Crescent Moon 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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