🦼
Motorized Wheelchair Emoji
Emoji Appearance
Apple
Apple Color Emoji
iOS (iPhone / iPad)Mac
Google
Noto Color Emoji
Android
Twitter / X
Twemoji
Windows
Fluent Emoji
Emoji Overview
Unicode Code Point | U+1F9BC 1F9BC |
Emoji Name | motorized wheelchair |
Unicode Version Date Added for Emoji | 12.0March 2019 |
Category | |
Keywords | motorized wheelchairwheelchairdisabilityaccessibilitymobility |
🦼 Meaning and Explanation
The 🦼 emoji shows a person seated in a motorized wheelchair. It symbolizes mobility, accessibility, independence, and disability inclusion. It represents individuals who use motorized wheelchairs for movement and highlights the importance of accessible environments. This emoji promotes awareness and understanding of diverse mobility needs.
🦼 Cultural Background
The 🦼 emoji is a relatively new addition, and its meaning is largely consistent across cultures, focusing on mobility and inclusion for people with disabilities.
| Region/Context | Common Meaning | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 🌍 Global | Mobility, accessibility, independence, disability | Universally recognized as representing a motorized wheelchair and its user. |
| ♿ Disability Community | Empowerment, inclusion, advocacy | A positive symbol for self-representation and promoting disability rights. |
| 🏙️ Urban Planning/Design | Accessible infrastructure, universal design | Used in discussions about creating environments that are usable by all. |