2⃣
keycap: 2
Unicode: 0032 20E3
Description
A square keycap displaying the digit '2'. The surrounding symbol is a combining enclosing keycap.
Group:
Symbols > keycap
Status:
unqualified
Emotion:
Neutral, indicative of numerical representation or selection.
Backstory
The 'keycap' style emojis (0-9, #, *) were introduced in Unicode 6.0 (2010), representing the digits or symbols as they would appear on a telephone keypad or similar input device. They provide a clear, stylized way to represent numbers.
Usage Examples
- Setting a quantity: 'Please get me 2 of these. 2️⃣'
- Indicating a choice: 'Select option 2. 2️⃣'
- Marking a step: 'Step 2: Complete the form. 2️⃣'
- Referring to a specific item: 'Look at row 2. 2️⃣'
Cultural Differences
Western culture:
Often used for numerical lists, selection options, or identification.
East Asian culture:
Similar usage to Western culture, for numerical representation and options. In some contexts, numbers might have specific cultural significance (e.g., in numerology or specific phrases), but the '2' keycap itself is generally neutral.