Telephone Receiver Emoji ๐
| Name | Telephone Receiver |
|---|---|
| Category | Objects |
| Shortcode | :telephone_receiver: |
| Unicode | U+1F4DE |
| Also known as | communication, phone, receiver, telephone, voip, telephone_receiver, technology, dial, call, handset |
What does the Telephone Receiver emoji ๐ mean?
This emoji shows the handset, or receiver, of a phone lifted off its base, often in red. It represents an active phone call - picking up, talking, or being on the line - more than the device itself. It's the go-to call-me or phone-call symbol and suggests a live conversation.
How people use Telephone Receiver ๐
Used to say call me or give me a ring, to mark that someone is on a call, and in let's-hop-on-a-call work messages. Businesses use it beside a phone number, and it appears when confirming or asking for a call.
- Can you call me? ๐
- On a call, brb ๐
- Let's hop on a quick call at 3 ๐
Telephone Receiver emoji - frequently asked questions
What does the ๐ emoji mean?
It shows a phone receiver off the hook and represents an active phone call, commonly used to say call me or on the phone.
When do people use ๐ vs โ๏ธ?
๐, just the receiver, suggests being on a live call, while โ๏ธ, the whole desk phone, reads as a more general or retro telephone.
How to copy and paste the Telephone Receiver emoji
Tap the Copy button or the ๐ 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.