How is it used in conversation?
For support, try “Sending you a hug from afar 🤗”. For a welcome, say “So glad you could join us 🤗”. Naming the intention helps distinguish comfort, greeting and celebration.
If someone is describing a painful situation, include words that respond to what they said. A friendly symbol can accompany care without explaining how you can help.
Examples you can copy
Sending you a hug from afar 🤗
So glad you could join us 🤗
I have missed our time together 🤗
Read the whole message: meaning depends on surrounding words, relationships, culture and the app being used.
Technical details
- English label
- smiling face with open hands
- Code points
U+1F917- Emoji version
- 1.0
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