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violin
Unicode: 1F3BB
Description
A violin, depicted as a brown wooden instrument with a scroll at the top, a bridge, and f-holes on its body. Often shown with a bow.
Group:
Objects > musical-instrument
Status:
fully-qualified
Emotion:
Represents classical music, elegance, artistry, musical performance, or an appreciation for string instruments.
Backstory
This emoji was introduced in Unicode 6.0 (2010). The violin is a central instrument in Western classical music, known for its expressive range and virtuosity. Its inclusion reflects the universality of musical instruments in digital communication.
Usage Examples
- Talking about classical music: 'Attending a symphony concert tonight! 🎻'
- Expressing musical talent: 'Practicing my scales. 🎻'
- Indicating elegance or sophistication: 'Such an elegant evening. 🎻'
- Referring to a concert: 'Enjoying the violin performance. 🎻'
Cultural Differences
Western culture:
Strongly associated with classical orchestras, solo performances, and high culture.
East Asian culture:
Also recognized as a key instrument in classical music, sometimes used in pop music or traditional fusion genres.