men holding hands: medium-dark skin tone, light skin tone
Two men, one darker-skinned and one lighter-skinned, holding hands and standing next to each other. Both men are wearing casual attire.
There are different emoji meanings for men holding hands: medium-dark skin tone, light skin tone in different cultures:
- Western culture
- Widely recognized as a symbol of same-sex male relationships and LGBTQ+ visibility.
- East Asian culture
- Interpretation can vary; in some cultures, it might be seen as a strong friendship rather than romantic, while in others, its meaning as a same-sex couple is understood.
