➡
right arrow
Unicode: 27A1
Description
A black rightwards arrow pointing to the right.
Group:
Symbols > arrow
Status:
unqualified
Emotion:
Neutral; typically conveys direction, progression, or a pointer.
Backstory
This emoji originated from the Unicode block 'Dingbats' which includes various symbols and arrows. It was not originally designed as an 'emoji' in the modern sense but was adopted into the emoji set due to its utility in digital communication.
Usage Examples
- Indicating direction: 'Turn right at the next intersection ➡️'
- Pointing to a link or information: 'Click here ➡️ and subscribe!'
- Showing progression: 'Step 1 ➡️ Step 2 ➡️ Step 3'
- As part of a list or sequence: 'Item A ➡️ Item B'
Cultural Differences
Western culture:
Commonly used for navigation, indicating the next step, or pointing to information.
East Asian culture:
Similar usage to Western culture; also frequently used in text-based art or to structure lists.