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Unicode: 1F3BD
Description
A dark silhouette of a basketball player in mid-air, dunking a basketball through a hoop. The player is usually facing to the right.
Group:
Activities > sport
Status:
fully-qualified
Emotion:
Represents sports, athleticism, basketball, competition, skill, and dynamic action. Can also convey excitement, victory, or a love for the sport.
Backstory
The Basketball Player emoji was approved as part of Unicode 6.0 in 2010 and added to Emoji 1.0 in 2015. Its design is intended to be generic and inclusive, representing the athletic act of playing basketball rather than a specific player or gender.
Usage Examples
- Talking about a basketball game: 'Did you see that game last night? So intense! ⛹️'
- Inviting someone to play: 'Anyone up for some hoops after work? ⛹️'
- Showing love for the sport: 'Basketball is life! ⛹️'
- Referring to an athletic feat: 'He just made an incredible shot! ⛹️'
Cultural Differences
Western culture:
Widely understood as a direct representation of basketball and basketball culture, particularly in the US where the sport is very popular.
East Asian culture:
Also recognized as basketball, frequently used in contexts of sports, fitness, and team activities. May be used in general social media posts about sports and healthy living.
Global sports culture:
Universally recognized symbol for basketball, used in discussions about games, players, and sports events worldwide.