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Japanese Application Button Emoji

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Unicode
Code Point
U+1F238
1F238
Emoji Name
japanese application button
Version
Date Added for Emoji
0.6Initial release
Category
Keywords
applicationjapanesebutton

🈸 Meaning and Explanation

The 🈸 emoji displays a red square or rounded-square button with a white Japanese kanji character for "apply" or "application" (ᔺ) inside. It is commonly used to indicate application, request, or submission.

This emoji is often seen in Japan on forms, websites, or signs where one needs to apply for something, make a request, or submit information.

It conveys a clear call to action for formal or official processes.

🈸 How to Use

This emoji is primarily used to indicate an application or request:

  1. Applying for Something: To refer to submitting an application for a job, school, or service.
  2. Making a Request: To indicate a formal request or petition.
  3. Submission: To signify the act of submitting documents, forms, or information.
  4. Call to Action: Can be used as a button or link to initiate an application process.

🈸 Cultural Background

Region Common Meaning Additional Notes or Misunderstandings
Japan Application, request, submission Widely understood in Japan for its literal meaning on forms and in official contexts.
Other East Asian Countries May be understood if familiar with kanji People familiar with Chinese characters (Hanzi) might infer its meaning, but it's most specific to Japanese usage.
Western Cultures Unlikely to be understood without context Without knowledge of Japanese kanji, its meaning is not intuitive and would require explanation.
Digital Communication Niche use, often requires context Outside of Japan, its use is limited and usually requires accompanying text to clarify its meaning.

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