Mrs. Claus: medium-light skin tone
Unicode: 1F936 1F3FC
Description
An older person, likely a woman, with short hair, wearing a dress or outfit, slightly hunched over as if in a stooped posture. The 1F3FC (Emoji Modifier Fitzpatrick Type-3) indicates a medium-light skin tone.
Group:
People & Body > person-fantasy
Status:
fully-qualified
Emotion:
Represents old age, wisdom, frailty, or an elderly person. Can be used in contexts of family, care, or aging.
Backstory
The 🧓 (older person) emoji was introduced in Unicode 4.0 in 2003, predating most skin tone modifiers. The 1F936 base emoji combined with the Fitzpatrick scale modifier (1F3FC) allows for representation of diverse skin tones. This specific combination appeared with Emoji 4.0 in 2016.
Usage Examples
- Talking about grandparents: 'Going to visit my 🧓🏾 grandmother this weekend.'
- Referring to an elderly individual: 'The 🧓🏽 next door is so kind.'
- Discussing aging or retirement: 'Looking forward to being a wise 🧓🏻 someday.'
- In contexts of care for the elderly: 'Volunteering at the senior center to help the 🧓🏼.'
Cultural Differences
Western culture:
Often associated with grandparents, retirement, or the elderly community. Can convey respect or sometimes pity.
East Asian culture:
Generally viewed with respect, emphasizing the importance of elders and family lineage. Can represent tradition and wisdom.