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Unicode: 1F3E8
Description
A tall, red lighthouse with a white top and a bright light extending from the top, often depicted on a rocky coast or near the sea.
Group:
Travel & Places > place-building
Status:
fully-qualified
Emotion:
Typically represents safety, guidance, hope, beacon, warning, or a landmark. It can evoke feelings of security and direction.
Backstory
This emoji was introduced in Unicode 6.0 (2010). Lighthouses have been essential navigational aids for centuries, guiding ships safely to harbor and warning them of dangerous coastlines. Their strong, steady light symbolizes constancy and reliability.
Usage Examples
- Expressing guidance: 'Be my lighthouse in the storm. маяк'
- Referring to a landmark: 'We're meeting by the old lighthouse. 燈台'
- Symbolizing hope: 'Always look for the lighthouse of hope. маяк'
- Indicating a safe spot: 'Found my safe harbor and my lighthouse. 燈台'
Cultural Differences
Western culture:
Often seen as a symbol of maritime history, navigation, and standing strong against adversity. Can represent a guide in dark times.
East Asian culture:
May also symbolize guidance and safety, but perhaps with less emphasis on the historical maritime aspect compared to Western cultures.