handshake: light skin tone, medium skin tone
A person with a light skin tone hugging another person with a medium-light skin tone, representing the 'People Hugging' emoji.
There are different emoji meanings for handshake: light skin tone, medium skin tone in different cultures:
- Western culture
- Widely used to express platonic or romantic affection, comfort, and solidarity. Often used in casual greetings or goodbyes among friends and family.
- East Asian culture
- May be used similarly for close relationships, but public displays of affection (including virtual ones) can sometimes be perceived more subtly depending on context. Often used to show support or gratitude.
