๐ Love Letter
๐ Meaning
The ๐ emoji is a true classic, full of charm and nostalgia. The ๐ emoji, depicting a sealed love letter with a red heart, has several key meanings:
๐ Love letter: The most direct and obvious meaning is a declaration of love, a romantic letter, flirting.
๐ Valentine: Symbolizes a Valentine's Day greeting card or any other romantic gift.
๐ Attraction and hint: Used to express interest in someone without directly saying "I'm in love with you." It's an elegant and slightly old-fashioned way to flirt.
๐ Sentimentality and nostalgia: Evokes associations with traditional letters, secret messages, and the pre-Internet era.
๐ Good news: In a broader sense, it can mean pleasant news, a long-awaited message, or a joyful announcement (especially in Japanese culture).
๐ usage and examples
Emoji ๐ creates a romantic and intimate mood:
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Direct confession or flirting:
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I have something for you. ๐ (as a hint).
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I want to tell you something I've been keeping a secret for a long time. ๐
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Be my valentine? ๐
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In the context of Valentine's Day:
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Happy Valentine's Day! Our hearts are together. ๐
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This is my virtual valentine for you! ๐
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To express tenderness:
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Keep this letter as you keep my heart. ๐
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Everything I want to say fits into this one symbol. ๐
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In social media: Often used in posts about love, relationships, dating, and also as a symbol of receiving an "acceptance letter" or other important document (again, more in Asia).
How ๐ appeared
- Origin: Like many emoji, ๐ originated in Japan in the late 1990s and early 2000s.
- Encoding: Was part of the original set and added to Unicode 6.0 in 2010 under the name " Love Letter".
- Inspiration: The visual image is based on the classic red heart envelope that has been used for decades to represent love letters and valentines around the world.
Interesting facts
- Cultural code: In Japan, this emoji can mean not only a love letter, but also any happy official notification, such as admission to a university ("letter of acceptance").
- An alternative to straightforward emojis: ๐ is more shy, mysterious, and romantic than, for example, the overt ๐ or โค๏ธ๐ฅ. It's a hint, a hint of intrigue.
- Narrative Emoji: It is often used in stories or posts that talk about the beginning of a relationship, first confession, correspondence, etc.
- A symbol of the "analog" era: In a world of instant messaging, it recalls a time when feelings were expressed on paper and took time to deliver.
Combining ๐ with other emojis
Combinations help to create an entire love story or clarify the context.
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๐ + โ๏ธ / ๐จ — Emphasis on the very fact of receiving the message.
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"I'm waiting for your letter! โ๏ธ๐"
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๐ + ๐๏ธ / ๐น — Creating an atmosphere of romance, tenderness and purity of feelings.
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"My heart flies to you with this letter. ๐๐๏ธ"
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๐ + ๐คซ / ๐ณ — Conveying a sense of mystery, secrets, and shyness.
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"A letter with a secret... ๐คซ๐"
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๐ + ๐ / ๐ — Strengthening the romantic message, emphasizing "love at first sight" or growing feelings.
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"This letter is about my sudden love for you. ๐๐"
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๐ + ๐ + ๐ — Happy Valentine's Day.
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Get ready for February 14th! ๐๐
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๐ + ๐ฐโ๏ธ๐คตโ๏ธ — A marriage proposal or a hint of a wedding.
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"This envelope contains a question that will change everything. ๐๐ฐโ๏ธ๐คตโ๏ธ"
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๐ + ๐ญ / ๐ฅบ — To express touching, sentimental feelings upon receiving a message.
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"I cried when I read your words. ๐๐ญ"
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The ๐ emoji is more than just a symbol. It's a journey into the world of romance, mystery, and sentimentality. It's perfect for making your confession more elegant, touching, and memorable.
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