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person kneeling

person kneeling

A person kneeling, often used to express humility, prayer, or protest.

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Unicode
U+1F9CE
Version
Emoji 12
Subcategory

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kneelkneelingkneesperson

Platform Meanings

Apple
On Apple devices, this emoji depicts a person on one knee, commonly associated with proposing marriage or showing respect.
Google
Google's version shows a person kneeling with hands possibly clasped, suggesting prayer, submission, or taking a knee in solidarity.
Twitter
Twitter displays the emoji as a kneeling figure, frequently used in contexts of protest, reverence, or pleading.
Unicode Official
The Unicode Consortium defines this emoji as 'Person Kneeling', representing actions such as praying, proposing, or kneeling in protest.

Introduction

The 🧎 (Person Kneeling) emoji depicts an individual on one or both knees and carries a range of contextual meanings. It is commonly used to represent acts of humility, reverence, or supplication—such as during prayer or when asking for forgiveness. In Western cultures, it’s often associated with marriage proposals, where one partner kneels while presenting a ring. More recently, the emoji has taken on social and political significance, symbolizing solidarity with movements like Black Lives Matter, where 'taking a knee' is a peaceful protest against racial injustice and police brutality. The exact interpretation can vary by platform and cultural context, but overall, it conveys vulnerability, respect, or a call for awareness and change. Users may employ this emoji in messages related to spirituality, emotional appeals, activism, or significant life moments.

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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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