pick
Unicode: 26CF FE0F
Description
A pickaxe, a tool with a pointed head, typically used for breaking rocks or hard ground.
Group:
Objects > tool
Status:
fully-qualified
Emotion:
Generally represents mining, digging, construction, or hard work. Can also symbolize perseverance or the act of 'picking at' something.
Backstory
The pickaxe emoji was added to Unicode 6.0 in 2010. It represents a fundamental tool used in many labor-intensive activities, especially those involving excavation or demolition. Its primary use case is literal and relates to hard labor and resource extraction.
Usage Examples
- Talking about mining: 'Going caving tonight, wonder what gems we'll find ⛏️'
- Referring to construction work: 'Another day on the construction site ⛏️'
- In gaming contexts (e.g., Minecraft): 'Crafting a new diamond pickaxe ⛏️'
- Figuratively for hard work: 'Time to really dig into this project ⛏️'
Cultural Differences
Western culture:
Commonly associated with mining, gold rushes, construction, or video games like Minecraft.
East Asian culture:
Similar associations with construction, labor, or exploration. Less prominent as a standalone emotional symbol compared to other emojis.