triangular ruler
Unicode: 1F4D0
Description
A closed, hardcover book with a white cover and a red heart symbol prominently displayed on the front. It is often depicted with a bookmark or some pages peeking out.
Group:
Objects > office
Status:
fully-qualified
Emotion:
Typically represents love for reading, literacy, knowledge, or a specific book that is cherished or deeply personal to someone. It can also signify a 'love story' or 'story of my life'.
Backstory
This emoji was introduced in Unicode 6.0 (2010). It is one of several book-related emojis and specifically conveys the sentiment of affection or strong positive feelings towards a book or reading in general, distinguishing it from general book emojis like 1F4D6 (Open Book).
Usage Examples
- Expressing love for reading: 'Couldn't put this down! 📖❤️'
- Referring to a favorite book: 'My all-time favorite! 📖❤️'
- Indicating a love story: 'It's a true 📖❤️ for the ages.'
- Sharing a personal journal: 'Writing my thoughts in my 📖❤️ daily.'
Cultural Differences
Western culture:
Commonly used to express affection for books, reading, or romantic narratives. Can also symbolize a personal diary or journal.
East Asian culture:
Similar usage, often associated with romantic novels, education, or quiet hobbies. Sometimes used for a 'secret' or 'confession' book.