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aerial tramway
Unicode: 1F6A1
Description
A red train, typically depicted as a locomotive, often with a passenger car or two attached. It is usually shown in profile, moving to the right or left, with a classic, somewhat stylized design.
Group:
Travel & Places > transport-air
Status:
fully-qualified
Emotion:
Neutral, utilitarian, can evoke a sense of travel, nostalgia, or anticipation.
Backstory
The train emoji was introduced with Unicode 6.0 in 2010. Its design is based on the general concept of a locomotive, a fundamental mode of transportation that has shaped modern society since the industrial revolution.
Usage Examples
- Expressing travel plans: 'Time to head to the station! 🚂'
- Referring to train travel: 'I love taking the train through the mountains. 🚂'
- Indicating a commute: 'My daily commute involves two trains. 🚂'
- Discussing rail transport: 'The new high-speed train is amazing! 🚂'