⚙️
gear
Unicode: 2699 FE0F
Description
A hammer and wrench, crossed, depicted as if in motion. Often used to represent tools, mechanics, or maintenance.
Group:
Objects > tool
Status:
fully-qualified
Emotion:
Neutral, or indicating activity related to repair, construction, or technical work.
Backstory
This emoji, combining a hammer and wrench, was approved as part of Unicode 6.0 in 2010. It is a common pictogram used to represent tools, repair work, or mechanical services.
Usage Examples
- Indicating a problem: 'My car needs some attention. 🛠️'
- Suggesting a solution: 'Time to get to work and fix this. 🛠️'
- Labeling a setting: 'Check the settings in the menu. 🛠️'
- Describing a profession: 'He's a skilled mechanic. 🛠️'
Cultural Differences
Western culture:
Commonly recognized as a symbol for mechanics, DIY, or general tools.
East Asian culture:
Similar meaning, often used in contexts of repair, technical support, or settings/configuration.