inbox tray
Unicode: 1F4E5
Description
A red or orange box with a white or clear top, often depicted with a small opening or flap, representing a package or box ready to be picked up or delivered.
Group:
Objects > mail
Status:
fully-qualified
Emotion:
Typically represents anticipation, arrival, newness, or the process of sending/receiving goods.
Backstory
This emoji was introduced in Unicode 6.0 (2010). Its purpose is straightforward: to symbolize a package being received or picked up, reflecting the increasing prevalence of e-commerce and mail delivery in daily life.
Usage Examples
- Receiving a delivery: 'My new book arrived! 📦'
- Sending a package: 'Just sent out your birthday gift! 📦'
- Anticipating something: 'Waiting for my order like... 📦'
- Referring to a mystery box: 'What's inside the mystery 📦?'
Cultural Differences
Western culture:
Commonly associated with online shopping, gift-giving, and postal services. Can express excitement for a delivery.
East Asian culture:
Similar usage, but might also be used in contexts related to business transactions, logistics, or even a 'lucky box' concept in some games.