backhand index pointing up
A raised hand with the index finger pointing upwards. The thumb is typically tucked in, and the other fingers are curled.
There are different emoji meanings for backhand index pointing up in different cultures:
- Western culture
- Commonly used to point to something specific, indicate 'up' or 'above', or signal 'one'. In some contexts, it can represent a question or a request to speak in a group setting.
- East Asian culture
- May be used similarly to point or indicate 'one'. In Japan, it can sometimes be used to ask 'me?' or 'Is it me?' when pointing at oneself. In other contexts, it can be used to indicate a leader or 'the first'.
