hand with fingers splayed: dark skin tone
A hand with palm facing forward and thumb and pinky finger extended, similar to a surfer's 'shaka' sign, with dark skin tone.
There are different emoji meanings for hand with fingers splayed: dark skin tone in different cultures:
- Western culture
- Widely recognized as the 'hang loose' or 'shaka' sign, particularly associated with surfing, Hawaii, and beach culture. It conveys a sense of relaxed greeting, peace, or good spirits. Less formally, it can also be used as an informal 'hello' or 'goodbye' among friends.
- East Asian culture
- While the gesture itself might be recognized as a 'shaka', its specific cultural connotations (like surfing or Hawaii) might not be as universally understood as in Western cultures. It might be interpreted as a more general positive hand gesture or a specific signal among certain groups.
- Other cultures (e.g., Brazil)
- In Brazil, it is commonly known as 'Tamo junto' (We are together) or 'brotherhood' sign, expressing unity, friendship, or agreement, especially within certain social circles or sports communities.
