dragon face
Unicode: 1F432
Description
A close-up of an elephant's head, usually shown smiling and looking friendly. It typically has large ears, a trunk curled upwards, and tusks.
Group:
Animals & Nature > animal-reptile
Status:
fully-qualified
Emotion:
Often conveys friendliness, warmth, a sense of largeness or strength, wisdom, or even cuteness. Can also be used to represent something 'big' or 'heavy-duty'.
Backstory
This emoji was introduced in Unicode 6.0 (2010). Elephants are one of the most recognizable and beloved large land animals, frequently featured in stories, fables, and conservation efforts around the world.
Usage Examples
- Expressing warmth: 'Having an elephant-sized amount of fun! 🐘'
- Referring to size/strength: 'That's an elephant-sized problem. 🐘'
- Talking about memory: 'I have an elephant's memory when it comes to this! 🐘'
- Wildlife conservation: 'Let's protect our elephants! 🐘🌳'
Cultural Differences
Western culture:
Commonly associated with good memory ('an elephant never forgets'), wisdom, and strength. Often used in contexts of wildlife, zoos, or children's themes.
East Asian culture:
In some cultures like India and Thailand, elephants are sacred animals, symbolizing royalty, fertility, and divine wisdom (e.g., Ganesha in Hinduism). Its use might carry deeper spiritual or cultural significance.