Hand with Index Finger and Thumb Crossed Emoji 🫰
| Name | Hand with Index Finger and Thumb Crossed |
|---|---|
| Category | People & Body |
| Shortcode | :hand_with_index_finger_and_thumb_crossed: |
| Unicode | U+1FAF0 |
| Also known as | <3, crossed, expensive, finger, hand, heart, index, love, money, snap, thumb |
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What does the Hand with Index Finger and Thumb Crossed emoji 🫰 mean?
This depicts a hand with the thumb crossed over the tip of the index finger, best known as the Korean finger heart. Popularized by K-pop idols and Korean culture, the tiny 'heart' formed between the fingers is a compact way to send love, affection, or gratitude. It reads as cute and heartfelt. In some regions the same crossed-finger gesture also signals money, so context matters.
How people use Hand with Index Finger and Thumb Crossed 🫰
It's hugely popular in K-pop fandoms and among younger texters as a sweet, playful way to say 'I love you' or 'thanks so much' without being too serious. On TikTok and Instagram it often accompanies fan edits, aegyo (cuteness), and appreciation posts.
- Thank you so much for today 🫰
- You're the best, love you 🫰
- New photocard came in the mail 🫰🫰
Hand with Index Finger and Thumb Crossed emoji - frequently asked questions
What does the 🫰 emoji mean?
It's the Korean finger heart, a cute gesture for sending love, affection, or thanks. The crossed thumb and finger form a tiny heart shape.
Where does the 🫰 finger heart come from?
It became popular through Korean celebrities and K-pop idols, and has since spread worldwide as an affectionate mini-heart gesture.
How to copy and paste the Hand with Index Finger and Thumb Crossed emoji
Tap the Copy button or the 🫰 above to copy it to your clipboard, then paste it with Ctrl+V (Windows) or Cmd+V (Mac) on Instagram, TikTok, WhatsApp, Discord, and anywhere else.