keycap: 10
Unicode: 1F51F
Description
A dark square or button displaying the number '100' in white or yellow, often with two red exclamation marks below or beside it.
Group:
Symbols > keycap
Status:
fully-qualified
Emotion:
Represents achievement, perfection, a perfect score, or a strong endorsement. Often used to convey '100 percent,' 'spot-on,' or 'excellent.'
Backstory
This emoji was introduced in Unicode 6.0 (2010). The '100' symbol itself is widely recognized as a perfect score in many educational systems. The addition of exclamation marks emphasizes the 'perfect' or 'excellent' sentiment, often relating to test scores or completing a task flawlessly.
Usage Examples
- Receiving a perfect score: 'Got 100 on my exam! 💯'
- Expressing complete agreement: 'That's exactly right! 💯'
- Indicating something is perfect: 'Your presentation was 💯!'
- Encouraging someone: 'Give it your 💯 today!'
Cultural Differences
Western culture:
Commonly used to signify a perfect score (like on a test), complete agreement, or a task completed with full accuracy.
East Asian culture:
Similar usage, often representing 'full marks' or 'doing something completely and perfectly.' Can also be used to show enthusiastic agreement or approval.