pushpin
Unicode: 1F4CC
Description
A pushpin, often red, pointing downwards or slightly to the right, used to pin objects or notes onto a surface.
Group:
Objects > office
Status:
fully-qualified
Emotion:
Typically represents the act of pinning, marking a location, or indicating something important. Can also signify 'mindfulness' or 'focus' in some digital contexts.
Backstory
The pushpin emoji was introduced as part of Unicode 6.0 in 2010. It is a digital representation of the common stationery item used for attaching papers to a corkboard or wall. Its widespread use in digital mapping and note-taking interfaces has cemented its place in online communication.
Usage Examples
- Marking a location: 'Meet me here 📍'
- Pinning a message: 'Important message pinned! 📍'
- For location updates: 'Currently at the library 📍'
- To indicate focus: 'This is my priority for today 📍'
Cultural Differences
Western culture:
Commonly used to mark locations on maps, pin important messages or files virtually, or signify 'saved' content.
East Asian culture:
Similar usage to Western culture, often employed in digital task management or note-taking apps.