man: dark skin tone, blond hair
Unicode: 1F471 1F3FF 200D 2642
Description
A man with a white, long, and often flowing beard, wearing the traditional attire of a sage or wizard.
Group:
People & Body > person
Status:
minimally-qualified
Emotion:
Typically represents wisdom, guidance, magic, or an older, experienced male figure, often associated with fantasy or historical contexts.
Backstory
This emoji combines a person emoji (1F471), a skin tone modifier (1F3FF - dark skin tone, though the base emoji is often seen with a more neutral or light tone), a ZWJ (Zero Width Joiner), and a male sign (2642 FE0F) to form a male person with a long beard. It's part of the diverse gender representation in emojis, specifically depicting an older male figure often associated with wisdom or fantasy archetypes.
Usage Examples
- Indicating wisdom: 'He shared some truly sage advice today. 🧓🏻♂️'
- Referencing an elder: 'My grandfather has always been so wise. 🧓🏻♂️'
- Fantasy contexts: 'The old wizard gave us a quest. 🧓🏻♂️'
- Playfully referring to someone experienced: 'You're like the wise old man of our group! 🧓🏻♂️'
Cultural Differences
Western culture:
Strongly associated with characters like Gandalf or Merlin, symbolizing deep knowledge, mentorship, or mystical power.
East Asian culture:
May also represent revered elders, spiritual masters, or historical figures known for their wisdom and longevity.