rightwards pushing hand: light skin tone
The 'Hand with Index Finger and Thumb Crossed' emoji, also known as the 'Korean heart' or 'finger heart', combined with light skin tone modifier. It depicts a hand gesture where the thumb and index finger are crossed, creating a small heart shape.
There are different emoji meanings for rightwards pushing hand: light skin tone in different cultures:
- Western culture
- Increasingly recognized due to K-Pop and K-Drama influence, often used to express love or appreciation, but sometimes less universally understood than the classic heart emoji. Some may initially mistake it for a sign for money or 'counting money' due to the finger position if unfamiliar.
- East Asian culture
- Extremely popular in South Korea and other East Asian countries as a common way to express love, friendship, and appreciation, especially among idols and fans. It's a quick, informal, and popular gesture.
