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Unicode: 1F9D1 200D 1F3ED
Description
A person, typically depicted with a hood or mask covering their face, symbolizing a 'mysterious individual' or 'anonymous figure.' The exact appearance can vary by platform, with some showing a simple silhouette while others include more details like a tracksuit or a specific type of headwear commonly associated with anonymity or hidden identity.
Group:
People & Body > person-role
Status:
fully-qualified
Emotion:
This emoji doesn't primarily convey emotion but rather a concept related to anonymity, mystery, hidden identity, or secrecy. It can also be used in contexts of 'who is this?' or 'unknown person.'
Backstory
The 'person in a hoodie' or 'mysterious figure' concept is a common trope in media to denote anonymity or a concealed identity. This emoji was specifically formed as a ZWJ sequence of 'Person' (1F9D1) and 'House with Garden' (1F3ED) which, when combined in certain systems, might represent a 'homeless person' or someone connected to a dwelling in a less direct way. However, its more common and widely understood interpretation is the 'mysterious person' often associated with online anonymity or unknown identities, driven by popular use and visual representations that evolved from this combination.
Usage Examples
- Talking about a mysterious person: 'Who was that? 👤'
- Referring to an anonymous user: 'An unknown user just commented 👤'
- When you want to stay low-key: 'Going incognito tonight 👤'
- In gaming, for an unknown player: 'My teammate is acting like a 👤'
Cultural Differences
Western culture:
Often used to represent anonymity, cybersecurity (hackers), or simply an unknown individual. Can be playfully used when someone is being 'incognito' or trying to hide their identity.
East Asian culture:
Similar usage, sometimes also used as a visual for 'stalker' or 'suspicious person' in a humorous or lighthearted context, or for characters in games/anime who are hidden or unknown.