💌
love letter
Unicode: 1F48C
Description
A small, rectangular, sealed envelope with a heart on the front, typically red or pink.
Group:
Smileys & Emotion > heart
Status:
fully-qualified
Emotion:
Represents romance, love, letters, messages, or Valentine's Day. It conveys affection and heartfelt communication.
Backstory
The love letter emoji was introduced in Unicode 6.0 (2010). It symbolizes traditional romantic gestures and personal, affectionate communication, harking back to a time when physical letters were a primary form of expressing love.
Usage Examples
- Sending a love message: 'I sent you a special message. 💌'
- Expressing romantic feelings: 'My heart belongs to you. 💌'
- Referring to Valentine's Day: 'Happy Valentine's Day! 💌'
- Hinting at a secret admirer: 'Someone left you this. 💌'
Cultural Differences
Western culture:
Strongly associated with love letters, romantic invitations, and Valentine's Day.
East Asian culture:
Similar associations with romance and special messages, often used for confessions or expressing deep feelings.
General usage:
Universally recognized as a symbol of love and secret admiration.