star of David
Unicode: 2721 FE0F
Description
A white star with eight points, often depicted with a shimmering or sparkling effect.
Group:
Symbols > religion
Status:
fully-qualified
Emotion:
Typically represents brilliance, sparkle, magic, wonder, or excitement.
Backstory
This emoji, often referred to as the 'sparkle' or 'star' emoji, was introduced in Unicode 6.0 (2010), but its base character (2721) existed in earlier Unicode versions. The 'FE0F' is a variation selector that ensures it's displayed as an emoji. It's a fundamental symbol used across various cultures to denote something new, shiny, or extraordinary.
Usage Examples
- Expressing excitement: 'This is amazing! ✨'
- Adding emphasis or flair: 'New look! ✨'
- Highlighting something clean or shiny: 'Just cleaned my car! ✨'
- Referring to magic or fantasy: 'A touch of magic ✨'
Cultural Differences
Western culture:
Often associated with magic, wishes, celebrity, or a 'sparkling' personality. Used for achievements or something extra special.
East Asian culture:
Similar usage to Western culture, but also frequently used in cute or kawaii contexts, adding a playful sparkle to text.