sign emoji
A 'sign emoji' showing a man gesturing 'no' with a medium-dark skin tone, representing refusal or negation.
There are different emoji meanings for sign emoji in different cultures:
- Western culture
- Widely understood as a clear 'no', a refusal, or a sign of disapproval. Can be used in various contexts from playful to serious.
- East Asian culture
- Similar meaning of 'no' or 'refusal'. The gesture might be interpreted as more direct or firm than a simple head shake, depending on the context.