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bubble tea

A cup of bubble tea, also known as boba tea or pearl milk tea.

basic_info

Unicode
U+1F9CB
Version
Emoji 13
Category
Subcategory

Tags

bobabubblefoodmilkpearltea

Platform Meanings

Apple
Depicts a cup of bubble tea with a straw, typically showing dark tapioca pearls at the bottom.
Google
Shows a clear cup filled with milky tea and black tapioca balls, topped with a red lid and a straw.
Twitter
Illustrates a disposable cup of bubble tea with a black lid, straw, and visible tapioca pearls inside.
Unicode Official
Represents bubble tea, a popular beverage made with tea, milk, sugar, and chewy tapioca pearls.

Introduction

The 🧋 emoji represents bubble tea, a beloved drink that originated in Taiwan and has gained global popularity. It typically consists of tea (often black or green), milk or fruit flavoring, sweetener, and chewy tapioca pearls—also called boba—at the bottom of the cup. The emoji is commonly used to express enjoyment of this trendy beverage, share café experiences, or indicate a craving for something sweet and refreshing. It may also convey a sense of relaxation, treat-yourself moments, or cultural appreciation for East Asian-inspired drinks. People often use it in social media posts about food outings, dessert recommendations, or casual hangouts with friends. Its playful and cozy connotation makes it a favorite among younger users and food enthusiasts alike.

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Emoji are pictographic symbols originating from Japan that have become a universal digital language. They can be used across various platforms and applications to express emotions, objects, activities, and concepts. The Unicode standard defines thousands of emoji and continues to expand.

Last Updated: 2026-06-04✓ Expert Verified
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