handshake: light skin tone
Two hands, one clasped over the other, with a light-skinned modifier applied to the hand on the right. This emoji represents holding hands, unity, or coming together. The specific skin tone indicates a light skin color for the person on the right, while the skin tone of the left hand is implied to be neutral or variable.
There are different emoji meanings for handshake: light skin tone in different cultures:
- Western culture
- Commonly used to represent romantic relationships, strong friendships, or solidarity in social movements.
- East Asian culture
- Similar usage to Western culture, often indicating a close bond, support, or a romantic/platonic connection. In some contexts, it might also convey respect or agreement in a formal or informal setting.
