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Waving Hand
Represents a simple hello or goodbye. It can also be used to get someone's attention or acknowledge their presence in a casual way.
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🚀 Emoji Guide
👋🤝 Greeting Emojis
Express yourself with greeting emojis! From simple hellos to warm welcomes, find the perfect emoji to start a conversation or acknowledge someone's presence.
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Meaning & Usage
🤝
Handshake
Symbolizes agreement, partnership, or a formal greeting. It's often used in business contexts or to show respect and goodwill.
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Folded Hands
Can represent gratitude, prayer, or a respectful greeting, especially in some cultures. It's a versatile emoji that conveys sincerity and humility.
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Hugging Face
Expresses warmth, affection, and excitement. It's a friendly way to greet someone or to show that you're happy to see them.
Platform Appearances
👋 Waving Hand
Noto Animated
Apache 2.0
🤝 Handshake
Noto Animated
Apache 2.0
🙏 Folded Hands
Noto Animated
Apache 2.0
😊 Smiling Face with Smiling Eyes
Noto Animated
Apache 2.0
😃 Grinning Face with Big Eyes
Noto Animated
Apache 2.0
🙋 Person Raising Hand
ℹ️ All images shown are from open-licensed sources (Apache 2.0, MIT, CC-BY 4.0, CC BY-SA 4.0) and are free to use.
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Usage Tips
Context is Key
Choose a greeting emoji that matches the tone and formality of the situation.
Personalize Your Greetings
Combine greeting emojis with other emojis to add personality and emotion to your message.
Consider Cultural Differences
Be mindful of how greeting gestures and symbols are interpreted in different cultures.
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