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First Quarter Moon Emoji
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Emoji Overview
Unicode Code Point | U+1F313 1F313 |
Emoji Name | first quarter moon |
Unicode Version Date Added for Emoji | 0.6Initial release |
Category | |
Keywords | first quartermoonhalf moonnightlunar |
🌓 Meaning and Explanation
The 🌓 emoji represents the first quarter moon phase, where the moon appears half-illuminated from Earth's perspective. It shows the right half of the moon lit up.
This emoji is used to denote a specific phase of the lunar cycle, often associated with nighttime, celestial events, or the passage of time.
It can also be used metaphorically to suggest something is halfway complete or in a transitional phase.
🌓 How to Use
This emoji is commonly used in contexts related to:
- Astronomy and space: To discuss moon phases, lunar cycles, or celestial observations.
- Night and evening: To signify nighttime or events happening after sunset.
- Time and cycles: To mark the progression of time or natural cycles.
- Metaphorical progress: To indicate that something is at its halfway point or developing.
🌓 Cultural Background
| Region | Common Meaning | Additional Notes or Misunderstandings |
|---|---|---|
| 🌍 Global | Moon phase, night, celestial body | Universally understood as a representation of the first quarter moon. |
Common Misunderstandings of 🌓
As a half moon in general
While it is a half moon, it specifically refers to the first quarter phase, where the illuminated part is growing.
Tip: For the last quarter moon (left half lit), use 🌗.
As a full or new moon
It is distinct from a full moon (🌕) or a new moon (🌑), representing a specific point in the lunar cycle.
Tip: Be precise with moon phase emojis to avoid confusion.