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Water Buffalo Emoji
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Emoji Overview
Unicode Code Point | U+1F403 1F403 |
Emoji Name | water buffalo |
Unicode Version Date Added for Emoji | 1.0August 2015 |
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Keywords | water buffalobuffalofarm animal |
đ Meaning and Explanation
The đ emoji depicts a water buffalo, a large bovine animal with distinctive curved horns, often associated with agricultural work in Asia. It represents strength, resilience, agriculture, and rural life.
It symbolizes hard work, patience, and a connection to traditional farming practices. It can also evoke a sense of power and steadfastness.
This emoji is a clear visual for anything related to the animal itself, or the cultural contexts where it plays a significant role.
đ Cultural Background
| Region | Common Meaning | Additional Notes or Misunderstandings |
|---|---|---|
| Global | Water buffalo, strength, agriculture | Universally understood as the animal. |
| Southeast Asia/South Asia | Essential farm animal, livelihood, cultural symbol | In many Asian countries, water buffaloes are crucial for farming and are deeply integrated into the culture and economy. |
| Figurative Use | "Strong as an ox" (similar meaning), "stubborn" | Can be used metaphorically to describe physical strength or, less commonly, stubbornness. |
| Zodiac/Astrology | In some Asian zodiacs, the buffalo (ox) represents diligence and strength. |