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Unicode
Code Point
U+1F990
1F990
Emoji Name
shrimp
Version
Date Added for Emoji
3.0June 2016
Category
Keywords
shrimpprawnseafood

đŸĻ Meaning and Explanation

The đŸĻ emoji depicts a cooked shrimp, typically pink or orange, curled into a C-shape. It represents seafood, delicious food, and culinary delights.

This emoji evokes a sense of taste, freshness, and often luxury or special occasions. It is commonly associated with various cuisines, particularly Asian, Mediterranean, and American seafood dishes.

It can also simply signify a love for seafood or a desire for a tasty meal.

đŸĻ How to Use

This emoji is commonly used when referring to:

  1. Seafood Dishes: To talk about meals that include shrimp, prawns, or other shellfish.
  2. Cooking and Recipes: When sharing recipes or discussing ingredients for seafood dishes.
  3. Restaurants and Dining: To recommend seafood restaurants or describe a meal out.
  4. Healthy Eating: As shrimp is often considered a lean protein source.

đŸĻ Cultural Background

Region Common Meaning Additional Notes or Misunderstandings
Global Seafood, delicious food, culinary ingredient Universally recognized as a type of shellfish, often associated with tasty meals.
Asian Cuisine Essential ingredient in many dishes Particularly prominent in East and Southeast Asian cooking (e.g., stir-fries, curries, sushi).
Western Cuisine Appetizer, main course, luxury item Often featured in salads, pasta dishes, or as a standalone grilled item.
Figurative Use "Shrinking" or small size Less common, but can sometimes be used to imply something is small or has shrunk, though this is not its primary meaning.

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