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Hollow Red Circle Emoji
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Unicode Code Point | U+2B55 2B55 |
Emoji Name | hollow red circle |
Unicode Version Date Added for Emoji | 0.6Initial release |
Category | |
Keywords | circleredhollow |
⭕ Meaning and Explanation
The ⭕ emoji depicts a hollow red circle, often used to represent a circle, a ring, or a hole. It can also signify correctness or agreement in some contexts, similar to a checkmark, especially in Japanese culture.
Its primary use is often for emphasis, drawing attention to something, or indicating a boundary. The red color can imply importance or a warning, though its hollow nature suggests an outline rather than a filled space.
⭕ How to Use
This emoji is commonly used when referring to:
- Circles or Rings: To visually represent a circular shape or an object like a ring.
- Correctness or Agreement: In some contexts, particularly in East Asian cultures, it can mark something as correct or approved.
- Emphasis or Highlighting: To draw attention to a specific point or area.
- Boundaries or Enclosures: To indicate a defined space or limit.
- Holes or Openings: To represent a void or an empty space.
⭕ Cultural Background
| Region | Common Meaning | Additional Notes or Misunderstandings |
|---|---|---|
| Global | Circle, ring, hole | Generally understood as a circular shape. |
| Japan/East Asia | Correct, approved, good | In educational and formal settings, it often signifies a correct answer or approval, similar to a checkmark in Western cultures. |
| Western Cultures | Circle, outline, sometimes a target | Less commonly used for correctness; a checkmark (✅) is more typical. |
| Figurative Use | Emphasis, boundary, target | Can be used metaphorically to highlight something or define a space. |