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Is that just a simple ๐ (strawberry) emoji, or can it actually be a bit flirty? The bright, vibrant symbol is super eye-catching and seems to have a juicy story to tell. Depending on the situation, you can use a ๐ to celebrate a summer harvest, dish out a compliment, or make a move. In this article, we'll explain the meaning behind the ๐ and include plenty of examples to make the context clear. Read on to freshen up your knowledge of this special emoji!
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What does the ๐ (strawberry) emoji usually mean?
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1Summer is coming and itโs time for treats. Since summerโs the best time for the strawberry harvest, the juicy red fruit is the first thing that comes to mind when springโs over. Gush about all the fresh strawberries and frozen desserts in store for you.[1]
- โโ๏ธ Itโs summer, and you know what that means! ๐ Fresh fruit and fun times!โ
- โSwimsuit season! ๐๐ฉณ Time to kick back with strawberry daiquiris! ๐๐นโ
- โItโs finally heating up! ๐ฅ I need something cold, sweet, and refreshing! ๐๐จโ
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2Your favorite fruit is a strawberry. Youโre a die-hard strawberry fan and think about the eye-catching fruit all year long. You might even be so obsessed that you rep strawberries on everything possible, from purses to social media posts.[2]
- โIโm getting those cravings again! ๐ โค๏ธ Why canโt strawberries be in season right now?โ
- โStrawberries have my heart! ๐ ๐ I could eat two cartons a day!โ
- โI swear, nothing beats a vine-ripened strawberry! ๐คค ๐โ
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3You saw a dish that looks mouth-watering. To you, a strawberry represents anything that is perfectly sweet and full of flavor. Whenever you see amazing cuisine, from home-made classics to exotic entrees, theyโll drop a ๐ to give compliments to the chef.
- โWhoa! ๐ That looks like one bite would give me a sugar crash. I want it right now!โ
- โ๐ฒ You could try out for a baking competition! That looks divine. ๐โ
- โThat sticky rice looks incredible. ๐ ๐ Can you send me the recipe?โ
How else can I use the ๐ (strawberry) emoji on social media?
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1Celebrate someoneโs personality. Praise them and tell them all that they offer to the world. A ๐ captures a special relationship, an awesome character trait, or a thoughtful act that you canโt forget.
- โI know youโre always looking out for me. Youโre the sweetest sister in the world! ๐โ
- โI canโt believe you stayed up all night helping me with the fundraiser! Youโre the best. ๐ฅบ ๐โ
- โWhat would I do without all your optimism?! ๐ You give me hope. ๐โ
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2Comment on the kindness of a stranger. Follow a page that publishes wholesome content, or find a video, meme, or story that really uplifts you. If seeing compassion warms your heart, use a ๐ to express how mushy and sentimental you feel.
- โAw! ๐ This is why I follow this page. It always makes me proud of people. ๐โ
- โWhen he pulled that puppy out of the lake?! ๐ What an angel! ๐โ
- โHow inspiring! ๐ Now I want to pay it forward, too. โจโ
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3Give a shout-out to a special friend. If you participate in trends that are hosted on different social media platforms, like TikTok or Instagram, you might stumble on a trend called the โstrawberry challenge,โ where people use a ๐ as a secret code to tell someone theyโre besties. Try it out and make your buddies feel special.
- โResponding to the strawberry challenge! ๐ You know who this is for. ๐โ
- โYouโre the best strawberry in the patch! ๐ Donโt ever forget it! ๐ ๐โ
- โWelcome to the secret society of strawberries. ๐คซ๐๐๐โ
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4Tell someone that theyโre attractive. Play it safe and suggest you have a serious crush without going too far. A ๐ is a great way to say that you find someone drool-worthy and to see if the feelings are reciprocated.[3]
- โWow! What a yummy selfie. A โloveโ doesnโt do it justice. ๐คฉ ๐โ
- โTasty! ๐ Excuse me while I pick my jaw up off the floor. ๐ถโ๐ซ๏ธโ
- โDelicious! ๐ You look really great in that dress. ๐โ
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5Announce that youโre ready to date. If youโve been actively dating for a while but still havenโt found the right person, broadcast that youโre down to meet more people. Until youโve found an S.O. to settle down with, a ๐ suggests that youโd like to develop some new connections.
- โStill havenโt found โthe One.โ ๐ Iโm down to keep looking, thoughโฆ๐โ
- โWhat can I say? ๐ Iโm definitely still on the market! ๐โ
- โNowโs the time to take me out and get a taste of me! ๐ ๐โ
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6Hint that you want to take things to the next level. In this case, youโve had a fun back-and-forth with someone and youโre interested in a bit more physical intimacy. A ๐ serves as some juicy innuendo that itโs probably time to turn up the heat.[4]
- โWeโve been flirting all week! My juices are really flowing now. ๐โ
- โYeah, I guess Iโve been tempting you. ๐ Wanna invite me over?โ
- โI have a couple ideas of some fun we can get into. ๐โ