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Unicode: 1FA9C
Description
A person sitting with crossed legs, often in a meditative pose. The figure is gender-neutral.
Group:
Objects > tool
Status:
fully-qualified
Emotion:
Can represent tranquility, peace, mindfulness, meditation, or spiritual practice. Also used to express a state of inner calm or relaxation.
Backstory
This emoji was introduced as part of Unicode 12.0 in 2019, reflecting the growing global interest in mindfulness, meditation, and well-being practices. Its gender-neutral representation makes it widely applicable.
Usage Examples
- Expressing calm: 'Just finished my meditation session. 🙏🧘️'
- Promoting peace: 'Wishing everyone a peaceful day. 🧘️'
- Referring to yoga: 'Time for my evening yoga class. 🧘️'
- Feeling zen: 'I'm in my zen mode today. 🧘️'
Cultural Differences
Western culture:
Frequently associated with yoga, meditation, spiritual well-being, or finding inner peace.
East Asian culture:
Deeply rooted in practices like Buddhism and Hinduism, symbolizing enlightenment, spiritual discipline, and mindfulness beyond just relaxation.