🏋
person lifting weights
Unicode: 1F3CB
Description
An image of a weightlifter's arm, flexing the bicep, often implying strength. It's an arm in a flexed pose, with the hand in a fist.
Group:
People & Body > person-sport
Status:
unqualified
Emotion:
Typically represents strength, power, athleticism, effort, or an achievement. Can also mean 'you got this' or 'flexing' in a figurative sense.
Backstory
This emoji was approved as part of Unicode 6.0 in 2010 and added to Emoji 1.0 in 2015. It visually represents a classic pose for demonstrating muscle strength.
Usage Examples
- Showing physical effort: 'Just finished a crazy workout! 💪'
- Expressing determination: 'I'm going to ace this exam! 💪'
- Celebrating an achievement: 'We hit our target! 💪'
- Motivating someone: 'You can do it! 💪'
Cultural Differences
Western culture:
Commonly used to show physical strength, determination, success, or to motivate someone.
East Asian culture:
Similar usage, often associated with hard work, overcoming challenges, or a show of willpower.