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genie

A genie emerging from a lamp, ready to grant wishes.

basic_info

Unicode
U+1F9DE
Version
Emoji 5
Subcategory

Tags

djinnfantasyjinnlampmythrubwishes

Platform Meanings

Apple
Depicted as a blue-skinned genie with arms crossed, rising from a traditional oil lamp with smoke.
Google
Shown as a muscular, purple genie with a friendly expression, floating above a golden lamp with swirling smoke.
Twitter
Illustrated as a teal genie with a confident pose, emerging from a classic brass lamp with curling smoke.
Unicode Official
Represents a genie, a supernatural being from Middle Eastern folklore known for granting wishes when released from a lamp or bottle.

Introduction

The 🧞 emoji depicts a genie, a mythical spirit originating from Middle Eastern and Islamic folklore, famously known for granting wishes to those who release it from a lamp or bottle. This emoji is commonly used to reference magic, fantasy, wishes, or the idea of having unlimited power or possibilities. It often appears in conversations about dreams coming true, making wishes, or playful references to stories like 'Aladdin.' The genie emoji can also convey a sense of mystery, enchantment, or whimsy. Depending on the platform, its visual design may vary slightly in color and posture, but it consistently features a humanoid figure emerging from a lamp with stylized smoke. It’s frequently used during discussions about fantasy genres, storytelling, or even to humorously suggest someone has magical problem-solving abilities.

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What is Emoji?

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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