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Rat Emoji
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Unicode Code Point | U+1F400 1F400 |
Emoji Name | rat |
Unicode Version Date Added for Emoji | 1.0August 2015 |
Category | |
Keywords | ratrodentpest |
đ Meaning and Explanation
The đ emoji depicts a rat, a rodent that is often associated with negative connotations such as filth, betrayal, and disease. However, rats are also known for their intelligence and resourcefulness.
This emoji can be used to refer to the animal itself, or metaphorically to describe a person who is a snitch or a traitor.
đ How to Use
This emoji is used in a variety of contexts, both literal and figurative:
- Animals: To talk about rats, whether as pests or as pets.
- Betrayal or Deceit: To call someone a "rat" or a "snitch."
- Chinese Zodiac: To represent the first animal in the Chinese zodiac.
- Intelligence: In a more positive light, to refer to the cleverness and survival skills of rats.
đ Cultural Background
| Region | Common Meaning | Additional Notes or Misunderstandings |
|---|---|---|
| Global | Rat, pest, betrayal | The negative association with rats is widespread. |
| Western Cultures | Snitch, traitor, plague | Strongly associated with the Black Death and the idea of a person who informs on others. |
| Chinese Culture | First animal of the zodiac, cleverness | In the Chinese zodiac, the rat is seen as intelligent, resourceful, and quick-witted. |
| India | Vehicle of the god Ganesha | In Hinduism, a rat or mouse is the vehicle of the deity Ganesha, and is therefore considered sacred in some contexts. |