hand with index finger and thumb crossed

🫰

hand with index finger and thumb crossed

🫰 represents the hand with index finger and thumb crossed, usually shown as a hand with the palm facing inward, the index finger and thumb crossed over each other, and the remaining fingers curled into the palm. This gesture skeleton focuses on the small intersection of the two digits, forming a compact shape that points upward.

This hand gesture mainly means money or payment, often used when discussing costs, prices, or the lack of funds. It can also represent a small heart shape in certain social contexts to show affection or appreciation.

Commonly used in chat to ask "how much?" or to indicate that something is expensive. It also works well as a casual sign-off to show love or to greet someone in a trendy, playful way.

  • You agree to drive your boyfriend to a concert and jokingly hint that you expect something in return.

    So… nothing in it for me? 🫰

Unicode
U+1FAF0
Variant status
Fully-qualified
Emoji version
E14.0
General

Often used to express affection, fondness, or playful love. This usage originates from South Korea, where the finger heart gesture became popular in pop culture, especially through K-pop, social media, and celebrity photos. It is commonly used in a light, cute, or friendly way to show appreciation or warmth toward someone.

In today’s internet culture, this emoji can feel trendy, stylish, or intentionally charming. It is often used to add a soft, upbeat tone to a message, signal positive vibes, or show support without sounding overly serious or sentimental.

  • You reply to your boyfriend after they send a sweet message or do something thoughtful for you.

    🫰💕✨

Heads-up

When used to hint at money or payment, this emoji works best in playful, joking situations with people you’re very close to. If the relationship isn’t well-established yet, using it can feel awkward or be misunderstood, so it’s better to use it carefully or avoid it altogether.

What does 🫰 from girls mean?

When this emoji appears in a text from a girl, its meaning often depends on context. It may be used to express gratitude, a lighthearted joke, or a friendly, playful response. In many cases, it carries a warm and positive tone. If you are in an early stage of getting to know each other or chatting regularly, receiving this emoji from text is generally a good sign. It often suggests ease, mutual comfort, and a sense that the interaction is moving in a positive direction.

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🫰🏾 represents hand with index finger and thumb crossed: medium-dark skin tone, typically shown as a hand with the index finger and thumb crossed and the other fingers curled inward. This hand gesture mainly means money or payment, often used when discussing costs, prices, or the lack of funds. It can also represent a small heart shape in certain social contexts to show affection or appreciation. Commonly used in chat to ask "how much?" or to indicate that something is expensive. It also works well as a casual sign-off to show love or to greet someone in a trendy, playful way.

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hand with index finger and thumb crossed: light skin tone

🫰🏻 represents hand with index finger and thumb crossed: light skin tone, typically shown as a hand with the index finger and thumb crossed and the other fingers curled inward. This hand gesture mainly means money or payment, often used when discussing costs, prices, or financial matters. It can also represent a small heart shape in certain social contexts to show affection or appreciation for someone. Commonly used in chat to ask "how much?" or to indicate that something is expensive. It also works well as a casual sign-off to show love or to greet someone in a trendy, playful way.

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hand with index finger and thumb crossed: medium skin tone

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