graduation cap
A square academic cap, also known as a graduation cap or mortarboard, typically black with a flat square top and a tassel hanging from the center.
There are different emoji meanings for graduation cap in different cultures:
- Western culture
- Strongly associated with graduation ceremonies and academic achievements from high school to university. It symbolizes the completion of studies and the beginning of a new chapter.
- East Asian culture
- Also widely recognized as a symbol of education and graduation. It is often used to congratulate someone on academic success or to refer to school and studies in general.