check mark
Unicode: 2714 FE0F
Description
A heavy black check mark, often used to signify correctness, completion, or affirmation.
Group:
Symbols > other-symbol
Status:
fully-qualified
Emotion:
Represents agreement, validation, success, or confirmation. It is a symbol of 'yes' or 'done.'
Backstory
This emoji, specifically 'heavy check mark' with a variation selector, was introduced as part of Unicode 5.2 in 2009 and added to Emoji 1.0 in 2015. It builds upon the long-standing concept of a tick or check mark used globally to indicate 'yes,' 'correct,' or 'done,' originating from various historical record-keeping practices.
Usage Examples
- Confirming task completion: 'Project submitted! ✔️'
- Indicating correctness: 'Your answer is correct! ✔️'
- Affirming terms: 'I agree to the terms and conditions. ✔️'
- Marking items on a list: 'Groceries bought ✔️'
Cultural Differences
Western culture:
Universally recognized as correct, checked, or approved. Used for lists, tests, and agreements.
East Asian culture:
Similar usage, but sometimes a small circle (〇) or a 'correct' symbol (✓) is used interchangeably.