⏸️Pause Button Emoji
The pause button emoji depicts a double vertical bar symbol.
Unicode: U+23F8 U+FE0F
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Meaning and Symbolism
The pause button emoji represents a control used to temporarily stop or pause media playback, such as videos, music, or podcasts. It is commonly used to indicate a pause or break in an action or conversation.
Popular Usage and Context
- Indicating a pause or break in a conversation or activity
- Signaling a need to stop and think or reflect
- Pausing media playback, such as videos or music
Real-Life Message Examples
Let me pause for a moment and gather my thoughts. ⏸️
Don't forget to ⏸️ the video before you leave.
I need to take a ⏸️ from work and recharge.
Use with Caution
- Situations where a more permanent or definitive stop or end is intended
- Contexts where a pause or break could be misinterpreted as rudeness or disrespect
- Professional or formal settings where the use of emojis may be inappropriate
- Situations where a pause or break could cause confusion or misunderstanding
- Contexts where a pause or break could be dangerous or harmful
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