Used to show excitement, admiration, or that something is βhotβ β literally or figuratively. It can mean amazing, intense, passionate, or on point. Basically, if itβs π₯, itβs awesome.
Your friend sends a preview of their new song.
This track is straight π₯
Can also show determination or competitive spirit β like hyping yourself up before a challenge (βLetβs do this π₯β). Itβs also common in compliments: βYou look π₯β = βYou look incredible.β
In Japanese chats, π₯ often represents ganbaru energy β effort, drive, and emotional heat (βδ»ζ₯γι εΌ΅γπ₯β Giving my all again today π₯). Itβs used more for motivation than for βsexiness.β
In Western meme culture, though, π₯ can mean both awesome and attractive, depending on tone.
Overusing π₯ can make messages feel loud or overhyped; one or two are powerful, ten in a row look like spam.
(playful meme use): When quoting dramatic movie lines or showing overconfidence before failure β like the classic Star Wars scene
Youβre about to do something risky but feel unstoppable.
You underestimate my power π₯
Related emojis that share similar meanings or usage.
