older person: medium-light skin tone
An emoji depicting an older person, specifically an 'older person' with a light-medium skin tone.
There are different emoji meanings for older person: medium-light skin tone in different cultures:
- Western culture
- Often used to refer to grandparents, older adults, or to humorously imply someone is 'old' or 'wise' when used in a playful context.
- East Asian culture
- Can be used to show respect for elders, or to refer to older family members. The emphasis on filial piety might give it a slightly more reverent connotation in some contexts.