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open hands

Open hands gesture, often symbolizing openness, offering, or receiving.

basic_info

Unicode
U+1F450
Version
Emoji 0.6
Subcategory

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handhandshugjazzopenswerve

Platform Meanings

Apple
Two open hands facing upward, commonly used to express offering, asking for something, or showing openness.
Google
A pair of open palms facing up, typically representing a request, offering help, or expressing vulnerability.
Twitter
Open hands with palms up, used to convey sincerity, asking a question, or making an appeal.
Unicode Official
A pair of open hands with palms facing upward, used to indicate offering, receiving, or openness.

Introduction

The 🙌 emoji depicts two open hands with palms facing upward. It is commonly used to express openness, sincerity, or a willingness to give or receive. People often use this emoji when asking a question, making a plea, or showing that they are open to suggestions or help. In some contexts, it can also represent vulnerability or a gesture of surrender. While it may resemble praying hands in certain stylizations, it is distinct from the folded hands (🙏) emoji. The meaning can vary slightly across platforms—Apple’s version emphasizes offering or asking, Google’s highlights vulnerability or request, and Twitter’s leans toward sincerity or appeal. Overall, it’s a versatile emoji that conveys emotional openness and interpersonal connection.

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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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