waving emoji
A waving hand emoji with a medium-light skin tone, commonly used to say hello, goodbye, or to show acknowledgment.
There are different emoji meanings for waving emoji in different cultures:
- Western culture
- Widely used for 'hello' or 'goodbye', or to acknowledge someone's presence.
- East Asian culture
- Similar usage, but in some contexts, a shallower or quicker wave might be preferred for casual greetings.
- Various cultures
- The specific meaning can be subtle depending on the context and the speed/duration of the wave.