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Unicode
Code Point
U+1F9F0
1F9F0
Emoji Name
toolbox
Version
Date Added for Emoji
11.0May 2018
Category
Keywords
toolboxtoolsrepairfixmechanicmaintenance

🧰 Meaning and Explanation

The 🧰 emoji shows a classic red or grey toolbox, typically with a handle on top and a latch in front. It represents a container for tools and is often associated with repair, construction, DIY projects, or maintenance.

It can symbolize readiness to work, problem-solving, or having the necessary skills and equipment to tackle a task. The emoji conveys a sense of practicality and hands-on effort.

Sometimes, it can also refer to a collection of resources or a set of abilities, like a "skillset" or "toolkit" for a particular job.

🧰 How to Use

This emoji is commonly used in contexts related to:

  1. Repairs and Maintenance: To indicate fixing something, home improvement, or general upkeep.
  2. DIY Projects: When talking about do-it-yourself tasks, crafts, or building things.
  3. Problem-Solving: To suggest having the means or solutions to address an issue.
  4. Skills and Resources: To metaphorically represent a collection of abilities, knowledge, or tools needed for a specific task or profession.
  5. Work and Labor: To signify getting ready to work or being engaged in manual labor.

🧰 Cultural Background

Region Common Meaning Additional Notes or Misunderstandings
Global Tools, repair, DIY, readiness to work Universally understood as a container for tools and associated with practical work.
Western Cultures Home improvement, manual labor, problem-solving Often used in contexts of personal projects, fixing things around the house, or professional trades.
Figurative Use Skillset, resources, problem-solving ability Can be used metaphorically to describe a collection of skills or resources needed for a task, not just physical tools.
Professional Contexts Essential equipment, preparedness In professional settings, it can represent having the necessary equipment or being prepared for a job.

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