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Gorilla Emoji
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Emoji Overview
Unicode Code Point | U+1F98D 1F98D |
Emoji Name | gorilla |
Unicode Version Date Added for Emoji | 3.0June 2016 |
Category | |
Keywords | gorillaanimalstrong |
🦍 Meaning and Explanation
🦍 depicts a gorilla, a large, powerful, and intelligent ape native to the forests of central and eastern Africa. It is known for its strength, gentle nature (despite its imposing size), and social complexity.
This emoji is commonly used to represent the animal itself, wildlife, strength, or power. It can also symbolize leadership, protection, or a connection to nature.
It evokes a sense of raw power, majesty, and often appears in contexts related to conservation, wildlife, or physical prowess.
🦍 How to Use
This emoji is commonly used in contexts related to animals, strength, and nature.
- To refer to the animal:
Use it when talking about gorillas, primates, or wildlife conservation efforts. - To symbolize strength or power:
It's perfect for describing someone physically strong, a powerful entity, or a dominant force. - In discussions about nature or African wildlife:
When talking about safaris, rainforests, or endangered species. - To express a sense of leadership or protection:
As gorillas are often seen as strong, protective leaders within their groups.
🦍 Cultural Background
| Region | Common Meaning | Additional Notes or Misunderstandings |
|---|---|---|
| 🌍 Global | Strength, power, wild animal. | Widely understood as a large, powerful ape. |
| 🦍 Conservation | Often used in discussions about endangered species and wildlife protection. | A key symbol for environmental awareness. |
| 🦍 Pop Culture | Can be associated with characters like King Kong, symbolizing raw, untamed power. | May sometimes be used to imply aggression, though gorillas are typically gentle. |