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rock

A solid rock, often symbolizing strength, stability, or stubbornness.

basic_info

Unicode
U+1FAA8
Version
Emoji 13
Subcategory

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boulderheavysolidstonetough

Platform Meanings

Apple
Depicted as a gray, rounded stone with subtle texture; commonly used to convey resilience or something unmovable.
Google
Shown as a smooth, dark gray rock; often used in contexts of nature, geology, or to represent something steadfast.
Twitter
Rendered as a simple, matte-finish stone; frequently used metaphorically to mean being unmoved or grounded.
Unicode Official
Represents a rock or stone, typically used to denote geological features, obstacles, or figurative expressions like 'between a rock and a hard place.'

Introduction

The 🪨 Rock emoji depicts a single, solid stone and is widely used to symbolize strength, durability, and immovability. It can express emotional resilience ('I’m as solid as a rock') or describe someone as stubborn or unyielding. In casual conversation, it may reference natural landscapes, hiking, or geology. The emoji also appears in idiomatic expressions, such as 'rock bottom' or 'hit like a rock.' Additionally, it’s sometimes used humorously in gaming or pop culture contexts—like referencing Pokémon’s Rock-type creatures or the actor Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson. Its neutral appearance makes it versatile across platforms, though stylistic differences exist: Apple renders it with realistic shading, Google opts for a smoother look, and Twitter presents a minimalist version. Overall, 🪨 conveys groundedness, reliability, or even indifference depending on context.

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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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