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2nd Place Medal Emoji
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Emoji Overview
Unicode Code Point | U+1F948 1F948 |
Emoji Name | 2nd place medal |
Unicode Version Date Added for Emoji | 3.0June 2016 |
Category | |
Keywords | silvermedalsecond placerunner-up |
🥈 Meaning and Explanation
The 2nd place medal emoji 🥈 represents the prize awarded to the runner-up in a competition. It is a silver medal with a "2" on it, attached to a ribbon.
This emoji is used to signify finishing in second place, being a runner-up, or achieving a high rank that is not the absolute top. It can also be used to express a mix of pride and slight disappointment for narrowly missing the top spot.
🥈 Cultural Background
The 2nd place medal is a widely understood symbol for a runner-up, but its emotional connotation can vary.
| Region | Common Meaning | Additional Notes or Misunderstandings |
|---|---|---|
| 🌎 Global | Second place, runner-up | Universally recognized in sports and competitions. |
| 📱 Social Media | Very good, but not the best | Often used in rankings and comparisons. |
| 🤔 Emotional Context | Can imply "almost won" or "first loser" | The interpretation can depend heavily on the tone of the message. |