Subgroups
Total 5 subgroups sorted by CLDR order.
event
CLDR #1 · Emoji count: 21
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admission tickets
🎟️ represents admission tickets, typically shown as a pair of ticket stubs with notched ends. Some designs are horizontal with printed text, while others are angled with simple decorative details. Admission tickets symbolize anticipation, entertainment, and exclusive access. They represent the excitement of an upcoming event and the transition from the ordinary world into a space of shared experience and leisure. This emoji is commonly used when planning fun outings, such as "Got the movie seats 🎟️!" or sharing news about a big show like "Can't wait for the concert 🎟️!" It also fits general celebration contexts like "You're invited 🎟️!"
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balloon
🎈 represents balloon, typically shown as a round balloon with a small knot and a thin string. Designs vary in color and how the string is attached. Balloon symbolizes joy, celebration, and a lighthearted spirit. It is frequently associated with the innocence of childhood and the excitement of special milestones, representing the uplifting feeling of a happy occasion and the fleeting nature of a moment. This emoji is a staple for festivities, often used in messages like "Happy Birthday 🎈!" or "Can't wait for the party 🎈!" It also works well for sharing good news, such as "I finally graduated 🎈!"
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carp streamer
🎏 represents carp streamer, typically shown as a carp windsock attached to a pole with a gold ball on top. The fish-shaped streamer has split tails and colorful scales, appearing to fly in the wind. Carp streamer symbolizes perseverance, growth, and the wish for a bright future. It represents the hope that children will grow up healthy and strong, possessing the determination to overcome life's obstacles just like a carp swimming against the current. This emoji is often used during spring festivals or to celebrate family, such as "Happy Children's Day 🎏!" or "Watching the windsocks fly 🎏." It can also represent personal ambition, like "Keep swimming upward 🎏!"
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Christmas tree
🎄 represents christmas tree, typically shown as a green evergreen tree with layered branches, ornaments, and a star on top. Christmas tree symbolizes festivity, warmth, and the spirit of giving. It represents the joy of gathering with loved ones and serves as a beacon of light and hope during the winter solstice, embodying both tradition and the magic of the holidays. This emoji is a staple for holiday messages, such as "Finally finished the decorations 🎄!" or "Merry Christmas to everyone 🎄!" It is also used to express seasonal cheer, like "Feeling the holiday spirit 🎄!"
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confetti ball
🎊 represents confetti ball, typically shown as a golden ball split open to release colorful ribbons and paper bits. Designs vary in whether the top halves are connected or separate. Confetti ball symbolizes triumph, festivity, and collective joy. It conveys a sense of high-energy excitement and the successful completion of a goal, representing a moment of pure celebration and shared happiness. In digital chats, this is used for big wins, like "You finally did it 🎊!" or to start a party vibe with "Let the celebration begin 🎊!" It also fits big announcements like "We are officially open 🎊!"
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firecracker
🧨 represents firecracker, typically shown as a red firecracker with yellow bands and a lit fuse ending in a bright spark. Firecracker symbolizes celebration, energy, and the driving away of bad luck. It embodies a spirit of festivity and excitement, representing a loud and vibrant transition into a new phase or a joyful event. This emoji is commonly used to mark big moments, such as "Happy New Year 🧨!" or "The party is going to be a blast 🧨!" It also fits when sharing big news, like "We finally launched 🧨!"
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award-medal
CLDR #2 · Emoji count: 6
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1st place medal
🥇 represents 1st place medal, typically shown as a gold medal with the number one hanging from a ribbon. Designs vary in the ribbon pattern, with some using red, white, and blue stripes and others a solid blue design. 1st place medal symbolizes excellence, success, and ultimate victory. It represents the culmination of hard work and the pride of being the best in a specific field, embodying the spirit of competitive triumph and personal glory. In daily messaging, this emoji is used to celebrate achievements, such as "You're the best 🥇!" or "We won the game 🥇!" It is also common in academic or professional contexts, like "First place in the contest 🥇!"
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2nd place medal
🥈 represents 2nd place medal, typically shown as a silver medal with the number two in the center and a ribbon attached at the top. 2nd place medal symbolizes achievement, high-level performance, and the bittersweet nature of being a runner-up. It represents excellence and hard work, acknowledging that while one did not take the top spot, they still surpassed most other competitors. In digital communication, it is used to celebrate success, such as "So proud of our silver finish 🥈!" It can also be used for self-reflection, like "I guess I'm the silver medalist today 🥈." Occasionally, it marks milestones like "Happy 25th anniversary 🥈!"
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3rd place medal
🥉 represents 3rd place medal, typically shown as a bronze medal with a number 3 hanging from a ribbon. Ribbon designs vary, with some using a solid blue ribbon and others a red, white, and blue striped ribbon. 3rd place medal symbolizes achievement, perseverance, and the recognition of hard work. While it marks the final spot on the podium, it represents the significant accomplishment of being among the top performers and the pride of reaching a competitive milestone. In digital communication, this emoji is frequently used to celebrate results, such as "So proud of our team 🥉!" It can also be used in lighthearted contexts like "I finally made the top three 🥉!" or to encourage others with "Great effort on the bronze 🥉!"
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military medal
🎖️ represents military medal, typically shown as a medal hanging from a striped ribbon. Designs vary in the pendant shape, with some using a star and others a circular medal with a star. Military medal symbolizes honor, achievement, and official recognition. It represents the values of courage, sacrifice, and the successful completion of a significant duty or mission. This emoji is frequently used to celebrate success, such as "So proud of your hard work 🎖️!" It also appears in formal contexts like "Happy Veterans Day 🎖️" or to acknowledge a friend's win with "You deserve a medal 🎖️!"
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sports medal
🏅 represents sports medal, typically shown as a medal with a star on a ribbon. The ribbon may appear in red, white, and blue or in solid blue. Sports medal symbolizes achievement, excellence, and the reward for hard work. It represents the successful completion of a goal and serves as a mark of honor, reflecting a person's dedication to their craft or sport. This emoji is frequently used to celebrate victories, such as saying "You crushed the marathon 🏅!" It also fits professional accomplishments like "Employee of the month 🏅!" or simply to acknowledge someone's effort with "You deserve a medal 🏅."
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trophy
🏆 represents trophy, typically shown as a golden cup with two handles and a tiered base. Trophy symbolizes victory, excellence, and the ultimate reward for hard work. It represents the pinnacle of achievement and the public recognition of success, embodying the spirit of competition and the pride associated with being the best in a field. In digital communication, this emoji is frequently used to celebrate wins, such as "We are the champions 🏆!" or to show appreciation for someone's effort, like "You deserve the top prize for this 🏆." It is also common in academic or professional contexts, such as "Finally finished my thesis 🏆!"
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sport
CLDR #3 · Emoji count: 27
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american football
🏈 represents american football, typically shown as a brown oval football with white laces and stripes. American football symbolizes competitive spirit, strategic teamwork, and physical endurance. It is often associated with the cultural phenomenon of game days, representing a mix of high-energy athleticism and the social bonding of sports fans. In communication, this emoji is frequently used when discussing sports events, such as "Ready for the big game 🏈!" It is also common in school contexts like "Football practice starts today 🏈!" or simply to celebrate a victory with "Touchdown 🏈!"
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badminton
🏸 represents badminton, typically shown as a badminton racket and shuttlecock. The racket has a rounded head, and the shuttlecock has a feathered skirt and small base. Badminton symbolizes agility, energy, and active recreation. It represents a balance of precision and speed, often associated with a healthy lifestyle, friendly competition, and the joy of social sports within a community. In digital communication, this emoji is frequently used to coordinate games, such as "See you on the court 🏸!" It also appears in fitness contexts like "Great workout today 🏸!" or simply to express love for the sport with "Best game ever 🏸!"
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baseball
⚾ represents baseball, typically shown as a white ball with red stitching. Baseball symbolizes teamwork, strategic precision, and the spirit of competition. It is widely recognized as a cultural icon of leisure and summertime, representing a sense of fair play and the classic pursuit of excellence in sports. This emoji is commonly used when discussing athletic events, such as "Going to the stadium ⚾!" It also appears in motivational contexts like "You hit a home run ⚾!" or simply to coordinate a casual game with friends, "See you at the park ⚾?"
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basketball
🏀 represents basketball, typically shown as an orange basketball with black curved lines. Basketball symbolizes athleticism, teamwork, and high energy. It often represents a competitive spirit and the drive to achieve goals through persistence, mirroring the fast-paced nature of the sport itself. In daily chats, it is common for sports fans to say "Game time 🏀!" or "Heading to the court 🏀." It also works for general motivation, such as "Keep your head in the game 🏀!"
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bowling
🎳 represents bowling, typically shown as a bowling ball with three finger holes beside a set of pins. Designs vary in how many pins are shown, with some showing two and others three. Bowling symbolizes leisure, friendly competition, and the satisfying feeling of a 'strike.' It represents social bonding and a casual, fun-loving spirit, often associated with weekend activities and retro Americana culture. In digital communication, this emoji is frequently used when planning social gatherings, such as "Let's go bowling tonight 🎳!" It also appears when celebrating an achievement, like "Got a strike on that presentation 🎳!" or simply to denote a fun time, "Weekend vibes 🎳."
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boxing glove
🥊 represents boxing glove, typically shown as a padded glove with a thumb and wrist strap. Designs vary in orientation, with some shown horizontally and others vertically. Boxing glove symbolizes strength, determination, and the competitive spirit. It represents the concept of fighting for one's goals and the physical or mental resilience required to overcome challenges and stand one's ground. In digital communication, this emoji is frequently used to cheer others on, such as "Keep fighting 🥊!" It is also common in fitness contexts, like "Headed to the gym 🥊," or when facing a tough task, as in "I'm ready for this challenge 🥊."
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