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Unicode: 1F969
Description
A flat round tortilla chip, typically yellow or light brown, sometimes depicted with a slight curl or uneven edges, representing a single chip commonly eaten with dips like salsa or guacamole.
Group:
Food & Drink > food-prepared
Status:
fully-qualified
Emotion:
Neutral, primarily used to represent the food item itself. Can evoke feelings of hunger, enjoyment, or a desire for snacks.
Backstory
This emoji was introduced in Unicode 9.0 (2016). It represents the widely popular tortilla chip, a core component of nachos and a common snack globally, especially popular in North America.
Usage Examples
- Craving snacks: 'Thinking about some chips and salsa right now 🤤🌮'
- Enjoying a meal: 'Perfect for dipping! 🥑'
- Talking about food: 'What's your favorite chip flavor? 😋'
- Party planning: 'Don't forget the chips! 🎉'
Cultural Differences
Western culture:
Strongly associated with Mexican and Tex-Mex cuisine, often linked to parties, casual dining, and snacking.
East Asian culture:
May be less prevalent or understood as a staple snack compared to other regions, but still recognizable as a 'chip'.