👏 Clapping Hands Sign Emoji
Technical Details
Name
Clapping Hands Sign
Short Name
:clap:
Unicode
U+1F44F
Unicode Version
1.0Release Year
2010
Category
People & BodySubcategory
HandsPlatform Support
Apple Google Twitter Facebook
Has Skin Tones
Yes
Platform Renderings
Unicode

Apple Style

Google Style

Twitter Style

Facebook Style
Gmail
SoftBank
KDDI
SVG Code
<svg width="128" height="128" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg"> <text x="64" y="64" font-size="96" text-anchor="middle" dominant-baseline="middle" font-family="serif" >👏</text> </svg>
Emoji Meaning
Meaning
A pair of hands clapping, typically depicted in a light skin tone, with palms facing each other and fingers spread apart. The color may vary slightly across platforms but generally maintains a light tone. Symbolizes applause, approval, and encouragement. Used to express support, praise, or congratulatory sentiments.
Common Uses
- Expressing approval: 'Great presentation 👏'
- Showing support: 'Keep up the good work 👏'
- Congratulating someone: 'You did it! 👏'
Example Sentences
- The team did an excellent job on the project 👏
- I just finished my first marathon 👏 Thanks for the support!
- That was an amazing performance 👏 You nailed it!