hand raised emoji
The hand raised emoji, displaying a man gesturing with one hand raised, often signals 'NO', 'NO ENTRY', or 'STOP'. This hand raised emoji typically shows the palm outwards, conveying a clear sign of negation or halt.
There are different emoji meanings for hand raised emoji in different cultures:
- Western culture
- Commonly used to emphatically signal 'stop', 'no', or 'I forbid'. Can also be used playfully to feign rejection.
- East Asian culture
- Similar usage to Western culture, often implying resistance or disagreement. In some contexts, it can be seen as slightly more confrontational than a simple thumbs-down.
