horse
Unicode: 1F40E
Description
A close-up of a horse's face, typically shown in brown or reddish-brown, with its mane visible. It may be depicted looking left or right.
Group:
Animals & Nature > animal-mammal
Status:
fully-qualified
Emotion:
Neutral, often used to represent horses in general, equestrian activities, or animal-related contexts.
Backstory
This emoji was introduced in Unicode 6.0 (2010). Horses have played a crucial role in human history for transportation, agriculture, and warfare, making this emoji a fundamental representation of this significant animal.
Usage Examples
- Talking about equestrians: 'I'm going horseback riding this weekend! š'
- Referring to the Chinese zodiac: 'I was born in the year of the Horse. š'
- Discussing farm animals: 'My dream is to live on a farm with a few horses. š'
- Figurative use for strength or speed: 'He's as strong as a horse! š'
Cultural Differences
Western culture:
Frequently associated with racing, farming, riding, strength, and freedom.
East Asian culture:
In Chinese culture, the horse (马 - mĒ) is one of the twelve animals of the Chinese zodiac, symbolizing speed, perseverance, and success. It can also be associated with diligence and an unconstrained spirit.