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warning

A warning sign indicating potential danger or caution.

basic_info

Unicode
U+26A0
Version
Emoji 0.6
Category
Subcategory

Tags

caution

Platform Meanings

Apple
Displays a yellow triangle with an exclamation mark, used to signal warnings or alerts.
Google
Shown as a yellow equilateral triangle with a black exclamation point, representing alerts or hazards.
Twitter
Appears as a bold yellow triangle with an exclamation mark, commonly used to denote warnings or important notices.
Unicode Official
Officially named 'WARNING SIGN', it represents a general caution symbol used to indicate potential risks or hazards.

Introduction

The ⚠️ emoji is universally recognized as a warning sign, typically used to alert others to potential dangers, hazards, or important information that requires attention. It resembles the standard traffic and safety symbol found in real life—a yellow triangle with a black exclamation mark. People often use this emoji in digital communication to highlight cautionary advice, flag misleading content, warn about spoilers, or emphasize urgent messages. Its visual simplicity and strong association with real-world warning signs make it effective across cultures and platforms. Whether used in group chats to signal a serious topic, in social media posts to caution against misinformation, or in instructions to draw attention to critical steps, the ⚠️ emoji serves as a versatile tool for conveying urgency and vigilance without using words.

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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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