Raised Hand Emoji ✋
| Name | Raised Hand |
|---|---|
| Category | People & Body |
| Shortcode | :raised_hand: |
| Unicode | U+270B |
| Also known as | 5, five, hand, high, raised, stop, raised_hand, fingers, highfive, palm, ban, body |
Skin tone variations
Pick a skin tone for the Raised Hand emoji - click to copy.
What does the Raised Hand emoji ✋ mean?
This is a raised open palm with the fingers held together. It commonly means 'stop,' 'wait,' or 'I have a question,' and it's also the go-to for offering a high-five. In casual texting it can flag agreement or volunteering, as in 'me too, raising my hand.'
How people use Raised Hand ✋
People use it to pause a conversation, jump in with 'wait a sec,' or throw up a virtual high-five after good news. It reads as neutral to upbeat, with the meaning set by context.
- ✋ hold on, when did this happen?
- We passed the exam! ✋ high five
- Who else is exhausted this week? ✋
Raised Hand emoji - frequently asked questions
What does the ✋ emoji mean?
It's a raised palm used to say stop or wait, offer a high-five, or volunteer/agree with something. Context decides which meaning applies.
Does ✋ mean high five?
Yes, it's frequently used to send a high-five, especially after good news. It can equally mean 'stop' or 'I have a question,' so read the message around it.
How to copy and paste the Raised Hand 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.