🤚Raised Back of Hand Emoji

Meaning and Symbolism

The raised back of hand emoji (🤚) shows the back of a hand raised, often representing a gesture of waving or saying hello. It can also indicate stopping or halting an action, or be used to express surprise or confusion.

Popular Usage and Context

• Greeting or waving hello/goodbye
• Signaling to stop or pause
• Expressing surprise or confusion
• Indicating a raised hand (e.g., in a classroom)

Real-Life Message Examples

Use with Caution

• Situations where a more specific hand gesture emoji would be more appropriate
• Contexts where the gesture could be misinterpreted as rude or offensive
• Professional or formal settings where emojis may be inappropriate
• Conveying strong negative emotions like anger or frustration
• Replacing clear and concise language when unnecessary

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