🌝
Full Moon Face Emoji
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Emoji Overview
Unicode Code Point | U+1F31D 1F31D |
Emoji Name | full moon face |
Unicode Version Date Added for Emoji | 1.0August 2015 |
Category | |
Keywords | full moon facemoonfacebrighthappy |
🌝 Meaning and Explanation
🌝 depicts a full moon with a smiling human face. It is a whimsical and often friendly representation of the moon, particularly when it is full.
This emoji is commonly used to symbolize nighttime, the moon, celestial events, or a sense of wonder and mystery. The smiling face adds a playful or benevolent quality, making it suitable for expressing a good night, peaceful evening, or a dreamy mood.
It evokes a sense of calm, magic, and the beauty of the night sky.
🌝 How to Use
This emoji is commonly used in contexts related to the moon, night, and positive feelings.
- To refer to the full moon or nighttime:
Use it when discussing lunar phases, stargazing, or simply wishing someone a good evening. - To express a peaceful or dreamy mood:
It can convey a sense of tranquility, wonder, or a relaxed atmosphere. - In contexts of magic or fantasy:
The smiling moon often appears in folklore and children's stories. - To convey a sense of observation or being watched:
Less common, but the face can imply a watchful presence.
🌝 Cultural Background
| Region | Common Meaning | Additional Notes or Misunderstandings |
|---|---|---|
| 🌍 Global | Full moon, night, peacefulness, wonder. | Widely understood as a friendly moon. |
| 🌝 Folklore/Children's Stories | Often personified as a benevolent or watchful figure. | Common in narratives for its gentle and comforting presence. |