⛔
no entry
Unicode: 26D4
Description
A red circle with a white horizontal bar in the center.
Group:
Symbols > warning
Status:
fully-qualified
Emotion:
Signifies prohibition, 'no entry,' 'do not,' or 'forbidden.' It is a cautionary or warning symbol.
Backstory
The red circle with a horizontal bar is a standardized symbol for 'no entry' or 'forbidden' in traffic signs internationally. Its digital representation (26D4) in Unicode was introduced with other symbols and pictographs, reflecting its common use in signage and UI design.
Usage Examples
- Indicating a forbidden action: 'No littering ⛔'
- Showing something is not allowed: 'Access denied ⛔'
- Labeling an unavailable option: 'Feature currently unavailable ⛔'
- Expressing disagreement or rejection: 'That's a no-go ⛔'
Cultural Differences
Western culture:
Universally recognized as a 'no' or 'do not enter' sign, often seen in road signs or on buttons/icons to indicate an unavailable or forbidden action.
East Asian culture:
Similar interpretation, widely understood as a prohibition or restriction sign.