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Unicode: 1F392
Description
A black graduation cap with a gold tassel and white ribbon or band, symbolizing academic achievement and graduation.
Group:
Objects > clothing
Status:
fully-qualified
Emotion:
Typically represents pride, accomplishment, celebration, intelligence, or a new beginning.
Backstory
This emoji was introduced in Unicode 6.0 (2010), representing the mortarboard cap worn during academic graduation ceremonies. It quickly became a standard icon for celebrating educational milestones.
Usage Examples
- Congratulating a graduate: 'Congrats on your graduation! 🎓🥂'
- Announcing personal achievement: 'Finally done with my thesis! 🎓'
- Referring to academic events: 'Graduation ceremony next week! 🎓'
- Symbolizing education: 'Education is key 🎓'
Cultural Differences
Western culture:
Strongly associated with graduation ceremonies (high school, college, university) and academic success. Often used to congratulate graduates.
East Asian culture:
Similar associations with academic achievement and graduation, also used to acknowledge completion of significant educational milestones or learning.
Global:
Universally recognized as a symbol of education and formal learning achievements.