hand with index finger and thumb crossed

🫰

🟨

Groups: People & Body
Subgroups: hand-fingers-partial
Unicode: U+1FAF0
Variant status: Fully-qualified
Emoji version: E14.0

hand with index finger and thumb crossed

Definitions & examples

Represents a hand gesture made by crossing or rubbing the index finger and thumb together. It is most commonly used in relation to money, such as talking about cost, lack of money, something being expensive, or hinting that payment is expected. The tone is often light, casual, or slightly playful rather than serious or literal.

In addition to its money-related meaning, this emoji can also express emotional or affectionate intent in certain contexts. Those emotional uses are common as well and are explained in more detail in a separate definition below.

You agree to drive your boyfriend to a concert and jokingly hint that you expect something in return.
So… nothing in it for me? 🫰

Groups: People & Body
Subgroups: hand-fingers-partial
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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