pinched fingers: dark skin tone
Unicode: 1F90C 1F3FF
Description
It's a hand with the index finger and thumb touching to make a small circle, other fingers extended, and the skin tone is dark brown.
Group:
People & Body > hand-fingers-partial
Status:
fully-qualified
Emotion:
Typically represents something excellent, perfect, or 'spot on'. It can also signify 'okay' or 'agree'. In some contexts, particularly in Brazil, it can be a vulgar gesture.
Backstory
This emoji was approved as part of Unicode 8.0 in 2015 and added to Emoji 1.0. It's a widely recognized gesture with varied meanings across different cultures.
Usage Examples
- Confirming understanding: 'Got it, everything is good. 👌🏾'
- Indicating perfection: 'This presentation was perfect! 👌🏾'
- Agreeing with someone: 'Yes, that sounds like a great plan. 👌🏾'
- Expressing approval: 'Your new car looks amazing. 👌🏾'
Cultural Differences
Western culture (USA, UK):
Commonly used to indicate 'OK', 'perfect', 'money', or 'A-OK'.
Japan:
Can imply 'money'.
France:
Can mean 'worthless' or 'zero'.
Brazil:
Considered a highly offensive and vulgar gesture, similar to giving the middle finger.
Middle East (some parts):
Can be interpreted as an insult or threat.