✉
envelope
Unicode: 2709
Description
A classic white envelope, usually depicted with a visible V-shaped flap and sometimes a red or blue border, representing mail.
Group:
Objects > mail
Status:
unqualified
Emotion:
Neutral, functional. Conveys the idea of sending or receiving mail, messages, or communication.
Backstory
This emoji, often referred to as 'Envelope', was introduced in Unicode 1.1 (1993) and is one of the earliest and most fundamental symbols for communication. It predates many other communication-related emojis and is a direct digital representation of a physical envelope.
Usage Examples
- Indicating an email address: 'Contact us at info@example.com ✉️'
- Referring to sending a letter: 'I need to send this letter by post ✉️'
- Representing a new message: 'You have 3 new messages ✉️'
- Asking for contact: 'Send me your details ✉️'
Cultural Differences
Western culture:
Universally recognized as a symbol for postal mail and email. Often used to indicate new messages or contact information.
East Asian culture:
Similar interpretation, widely used for formal communication, email, or direct messages.