sun
Unicode: 2600 FE0F
Description
A classic sunny yellow sun with a smiling face, often depicted with simplified rays. The 'FE0F' is a variation selector, indicating an emoji presentation rather than a text character.
Group:
Travel & Places > sky & weather
Status:
fully-qualified
Emotion:
Typically represents warmth, happiness, joy, brightness, and positivity. Can also convey good weather or a cheerful disposition.
Backstory
The sun symbol (☀) has existed in Unicode since its earliest versions (1991). The emoji presentation (☀️) was introduced with Emoji 1.0 (2015), making the classic text character more visually appealing for digital communication. It's a foundational symbol in many cultures and mythologies, representing life and prosperity.
Usage Examples
- Expressing good weather: 'What a beautiful day! ☀️'
- Conveying happiness: 'Feeling sunny and bright today! ☀️'
- Wishing good fortune: 'May your day be filled with sunshine! ☀️'
- Referring to summer: 'Can't wait for summer vacation! ☀️'
Cultural Differences
General culture:
Universally recognized as a symbol of light, life, and good energy.
Specific contexts:
In some spiritual or new-age contexts, it may represent enlightenment or positive energy.