handshake: light skin tone, medium-dark skin tone
A person with light skin tone gesturing to themselves with one hand, combined with another person with dark skin tone gesturing to the person with light skin tone with their hand, implying a gesture of 'hands heart' or 'love you' between two individuals.
There are different emoji meanings for handshake: light skin tone, medium-dark skin tone in different cultures:
- Western culture
- Commonly used to express love, friendship, or appreciation between two people, often in the context of romantic or close platonic relationships. The skin tone variations allow for personalized representation.
- East Asian culture
- Similar usage to Western culture, emphasizing interpersonal connection and affection. Can be used in greetings or farewells to show warmth.