pointing left emoji
A leftwards pushing hand with a medium skin tone, resembling a pointing left emoji.
There are different emoji meanings for pointing left emoji in different cultures:
- Western culture
- Often associated with prayer in a Christian context, or showing extreme deference/respect. Can also be used in a sporting context as a gesture of victory or defeat.
- East Asian culture
- In some cultures, it can signify deep respect, apology, or a religious gesture like kowtow (prostrating).
