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Red Heart

Unicode: U+2764

Shortcodes: :heart:

TL;DR

The classic love emoji - used for romantic love, deep affection, or strong appreciation.

Context Meanings

Literal
LOW Risk

Expressing love or strong affection for someone or something.

Example: “I love you ❤️”

Dating
LOW Risk

Romantic interest or love for a partner.

Example: “Can't wait to see you ❤️”

Slang
LOW Risk

Strong appreciation or enthusiasm for something.

Example: “This song ❤️”

Work
MEDIUM Risk

Can feel too personal in professional contexts.

Example: “Thanks for your help ❤️”

Platform Notes

Instagram

The default heart when double-tapping to like. Very common in comments.

iMessage

Carries more weight than other platforms - implies genuine affection.

Slack

Use sparingly in work contexts - may seem unprofessional or overly familiar.

Generational Differences

Gen Z

Often prefer other heart colors - red heart is seen as more serious/romantic.

Millennial

Use freely for both romantic and platonic love.

Boomer

The go-to heart emoji, used broadly for any positive sentiment.

Warnings

⚠️

Context matters

LOW

Red heart implies deeper affection than other heart colors - use other colors for casual appreciation.

Technical Details

Unicode
U+2764
Version
1.1
Category
Smileys & Faces
Subcategory
heart
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Double Heart

Used to express strong love or affection with extra emphasis. More hearts = more love.

🔥❤️

Burning Love

Used to show intense romantic feelings, passionate attraction, or deep love. The fire amplifies the heart's meaning.

😍❤️

In Love

Used to express strong attraction or love for something or someone. Heart overload.

😘❤️

Loving Kiss

Used to send love, affection, or to end a message on a loving note.

✨❤️✨

Magical Love

Used to express deep appreciation, wholesome love, or to make a compliment feel extra special and magical.

😠

Angry Face

Shows genuine anger or frustration. Use when actually upset, not as a joke.

😰

Anxious Face with Sweat

Anxious, stressed, nervous, or worried about something.

😲

Astonished Face

Shocked, surprised, or mind-blown. Genuine astonishment.

🤡

Clown Face

Calling someone (or yourself) a fool. 'Look at this clown' or self-deprecating humor.

😕

Confused Face

Shows confusion, skepticism, or mild disappointment. The 'I don't get it' face.

🤠

Cowboy Hat Face

Yeehaw energy, country vibes, or hiding sadness behind a smile.

😂

Face with Tears of Joy

The classic 'LOL' emoji - shows something is hilarious. Seen as outdated by Gen Z.

😘

Face Blowing a Kiss

Sending love/kisses. More romantic than friendly, but used broadly.