woman running
Unicode: 1F3C3 200D 2640
Description
A woman running, depicted as an athlete in motion. The combination '200D 2640 FE0F' specifically designates a female runner, adding the 'zero width joiner' and the female sign to the base running emoji.
Group:
People & Body > person-activity
Status:
minimally-qualified
Emotion:
Represents athleticism, determination, stamina, fitness, and participation in sports. Can also signify a journey or movement.
Backstory
The 'person running' emoji (1F3C3) was introduced in Unicode 6.0 (2010). The gendered versions, including the female runner (adding ZWJ + female sign), became more widely available with Emoji 4.0 in late 2016, allowing for more specific representation of gender in emojis.
Usage Examples
- Celebrating a run: 'Just finished my 5k! 🏃♀️'
- Talking about fitness: 'Time for my morning jog! 🏃♀️'
- Referring to an athlete: 'She's a fantastic runner! 🏃♀️'
- Indicating being busy: 'Running errands all day! 🏃♀️'
Cultural Differences
Western culture:
Commonly used to represent female athletes, fitness enthusiasts, or participation in events like marathons. Often associated with empowerment and active lifestyles.
East Asian culture:
Similar usage to Western culture, emphasizing health, sports participation, and female empowerment in physical activities.