sign of the horns: medium skin tone
A hand gesture with the index finger and pinky finger extended, often representing the 'rock on' or 'horns' sign, with a medium-dark skin tone.
There are different emoji meanings for sign of the horns: medium skin tone in different cultures:
- Western culture
- Widely recognized as the 'rock on' sign, popularized by musicians and fans. Also used in sports settings for team spirit. In some cultures, particularly in Mediterranean and Latin American countries, it can have negative connotations (e.g., 'cuckold' sign) if pointed downwards, though less common with the emoji.
- Mediterranean and Latin American cultures
- Can sometimes carry offensive meanings related to infidelity if used in specific downward gestures, but less so with the upright emoji in informal digital communication.
- Sign Language
- In American Sign Language (ASL), a similar or identical handshape (sometimes called 'I love you' sign if the thumb is also extended) is common.
