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Woman with Headscarf Emoji
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Emoji Overview
Unicode Code Point | U+1F9D5 1F9D5 |
Emoji Name | woman with headscarf |
Unicode Version Date Added for Emoji | 5.0June 2017 |
Category | |
Keywords | womanheadscarfhijab |
đ§ Meaning and Explanation
The đ§ emoji depicts a woman wearing a headscarf, often a hijab, which is a veil worn by some Muslim women in the presence of any male outside of their immediate family, and sometimes by non-Muslim women for religious or cultural reasons. It primarily symbolizes modesty, faith, cultural identity, and personal expression.
It represents women who choose to cover their heads as part of their religious or cultural practice. This emoji promotes inclusivity and acknowledges the diversity of appearances and beliefs.
It conveys a sense of devotion, tradition, and personal choice.
đ§ How to Use
This emoji is commonly used when referring to:
- Women who wear headscarves: To represent or describe women who wear hijabs, turbans, or other head coverings.
- Religious or Cultural Identity: To discuss faith, cultural practices, or personal beliefs.
- Modesty and Piety: To signify adherence to religious principles of modesty.
- Diversity and Inclusivity: To promote acceptance and representation of diverse appearances and cultures.
đ§ Cultural Background
| Region | Common Meaning | Additional Notes or Misunderstandings |
|---|---|---|
| Global | Woman with headscarf, modesty, faith | Universally understood as representing a woman wearing a head covering, often for religious reasons. |
| Middle East/North Africa | Islamic identity, modesty, tradition | Deeply ingrained in daily life and religious practice, primarily associated with the hijab. |
| Western Cultures | Diversity, religious freedom, sometimes associated with discussions on integration or cultural differences. | Can be a symbol of identity and religious freedom, but also sometimes subject to misunderstanding or prejudice. |
| South Asia | Modesty, cultural practice, religious adherence | Worn by Muslim women and sometimes by women of other faiths for cultural reasons. |
| Figurative Use | Primarily literal, less common for figurative meanings. |