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person raising hand

person raising hand

A person raising their hand, often to ask a question or volunteer.

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Unicode
U+1F64B
Version
Emoji 0.6
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gesturehandhereknowmepersonpickquestionraiseraising

Platform Meanings

Apple
On Apple devices, this emoji shows a person with a raised hand, typically used to indicate wanting to speak or participate.
Google
Google's version depicts a person enthusiastically raising one hand, commonly used in educational or meeting contexts.
Twitter
Twitter displays this emoji as a cheerful person with an arm raised high, signaling eagerness to contribute or respond.
Unicode Official
Unicode defines this emoji as 'person raising hand', representing someone volunteering, asking a question, or seeking attention.

Introduction

The 🙋 emoji, known as 'person raising hand,' is widely used to convey willingness to participate, ask a question, or offer help. It often appears in educational settings, online discussions, or group chats when someone wants to be noticed or contribute. The gesture symbolizes engagement, curiosity, and proactive involvement. Depending on the platform, the emoji may show varying levels of enthusiasm or gender presentation, but its core meaning remains consistent across contexts. It can also express eagerness, availability, or even playful self-nomination in casual conversations. Frequently paired with messages like 'I'll do it!' or 'Can I ask something🙋', this emoji adds a visual cue of attentiveness and readiness to interact.

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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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