orangutan
Unicode: 1F9A7
Description
A brown, oval-shaped face with two large, expressive eyes looking slightly upward, representing an otter.
Group:
Animals & Nature > animal-mammal
Status:
fully-qualified
Emotion:
Typically expresses cuteness, playfulness, curiosity, or interest. Can also be used to evoke feelings of relaxation or enjoyment, especially in contexts related to water or nature.
Backstory
The Otter emoji was introduced with Unicode 12.0 in 2019 as part of a broader push to include more animals, especially those frequently requested by users or representing diverse biomes. Otters are known for their playful nature and intelligence, making them a popular choice for representing positive emotions.
Usage Examples
- Expressing cuteness: 'Look at this adorable video! 🦦'
- Referring to an otter (animal): 'Just saw an otter while kayaking! 🦦'
- Suggesting playfulness: 'Let's just play around like little otters today! 🦦'
- Describing a person's behavior: 'She's so curious and energetic, like a little otter. 🦦'
Cultural Differences
Western culture:
Often associated with being adorable, intelligent, and playful. Popular in internet memes for their cute behaviors.
East Asian culture:
Similar associations with cuteness and charm. Occasionally used to represent a cheerful or easygoing personality.