germ emoji
The germ emoji, also known as the microbe emoji, depicts a brown, circular, single-celled organism with hair-like cilia, representing bacteria or other microorganisms. Commonly used to signify germs, sickness, or microscopic life.
There are different emoji meanings for germ emoji in different cultures:
- Western culture
- Primarily associated with science, biology, health, disease, hygiene, or sometimes used humorously for 'germs'.
- East Asian culture
- Similar associations with science, health, and disease; can also be used in contexts related to fermentation or specific biological processes.
