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Wondering what the heart emojis represent? While all heart emojis show love, each one is a little different. From colored hearts to double hearts and anatomical hearts, we’re here to break it all down for you. Read on so that the next time you get a text with a heart emoji or see a heart emoji on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, Twitter, or WhatsApp, you’ll know just what it means.
Meanings of Different Heart Emojis
- ❤️ represents romance and true love (“I love you babe! ❤️”).
- 💕 signifies love and positive feelings (“I can’t wait to see you tonight! 💕”).
- 💜 represents compassion (“I’m sorry you’re going through a hard time 💜”).
- 💙 indicates trust and loyalty (“I’m always here for you 💙”).
- 💛 represents friendship (“Thank you for being the best friend in the world! 💛”).
- 💚 signifies healthy living or nature (“Can’t wait for our hike this Sunday 💚”).
Steps
❤️ (Red Heart) Emoji
💕 (Double Heart) Emoji
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The 💕 means love is in the air. Use the double heart emoji to signify mutual love between two people, usually in a romantic sense. [3] X Research source
- “Can’t wait to see you! 💕”
- “💕 Date night with my bae 💕”
💗 (Growing Heart) Emoji
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The 💗 is usually used to indicate falling in love. If you’ve got growing feelings of love for someone, show that with this sweet emoji. [4] X Research source
- “Being with you makes me so happy! 💗”
- “I never know I could love someone this much. 💗💗”
💓 (Beating Heart) Emoji
💘 (Heart with Arrow) Emoji
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The 💘 is reminiscent of Valentine’s Day. Do you feel like you’ve been shot with Cupid’s arrow? Let the world know with this heart emoji. [5] X Research source
- “Happy Valentine’s Day, Alex! 💘”
- “You + Me 💘💘💘”
💝 (Heart with Ribbon) Emoji
💖 (Sparkle Heart) Emoji
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The 💖 puts a sweet spin on love. This pretty emoji represents love and affection with a playful or sweet tone. [6] X Research source
- “Baking cakes with Anya today! 🎂 I love spending time with my mini-me! 💖”
- “ 💖 Thank you for all of the birthday wishes! 💖”
💞 (Revolving Hearts) Emoji
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The 💞 show mutual understanding or overwhelming joy. If your S.O. makes you incredibly happy and you feel like soulmates, use this emoji to share your feelings. [7] X Research source
- “He asked me to marry him! 💞💍”
- “Together forever 💞”
💔 (Broken Heart) Emoji
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The 💔 represents heartbreak. Drop a broken heart emoji to convey a sense of suffering or betrayal. [8] X Research source
- “I’m crushed. 💔”
- “After 2 years together, she broke up with me over text. 💔😭”
❣️ (Heart Exclamation) Emoji
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The ❣️ depicts enthusiasm or agreement. Use this heart emoji to show that you’re excited about something or on the same page with someone. [9] X Research source
- “It’s a date! ❣️”
- “That sounds amazing ❣️”
💜 (Purple Heart) Emoji
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The 💜 represents compassion. Use the purple heart emoji to show that you care.
- “I’m sorry you’re going through such a tough time. 💜”
- “Good luck today! 💜”
💙 (Blue Heart) Emoji
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The 💙 indicates trust, harmony, peace, or loyalty. Pick the blue heart emoji to show love in a platonic way. Or, use it to show a sense of happiness.
- “I’m always here for you, bro. 💙”
- “What a great day! 💙”
💚 (Green Heart) Emoji
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The 💚 can represent healthy living or jealousy. Use the green heart emoji to express envy. Or, use it to represent your love for the environment or dedication to making healthy choices.
- “Sam won the award for employee of the month. 💚”
- “Beach cleanup this Sunday! 💚🏖️♻️”
💛 (Yellow Heart) Emoji
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The 💛 represents happiness and friendship. Choose this bright yellow heart to give off a kind, caring vibe. [10] X Research source
- “Lunch with my bestie always brightens my day! 💛”
- “💛 Happy Sunday, y’all! 💛”
🧡 (Orange Heart) Emoji
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The 🧡 signifies friendship. Send the orange heart emoji to show your support for a friend.
- “You got this!! 🧡”
- “Love you, friend! 🧡”
🤍 (White Heart) Emoji
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The 🤍 represents pure love. Use the white heart emoji to show pure love, such as between a parent and child. The white heart also represents support or admiration. [11] X Research source
- “I can’t believe sweet Natalia is already 1 year old! I love her with my whole heart. 🤍🎈👑”
- “I’ve got your back! 🤍”
🖤 (Black Heart) Emoji
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The 🖤 can express dark humor or sorrow. Go with the black heart emoji to show off a dark sense of humor. Or, add this emoji to a message about mourning or loss.
- “I 🖤 true crime”
- “Missing my brother so much today. 🖤 I can’t believe he’s been gone for 5 years.”
🤎 (Brown Heart) Emoji
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The 🤎 can represent people of color. Use the brown heart emoji to show your support for racial equality and justice.
- “How are you celebrating Black History Month? 🤎🖤”
- “We stand together. 🤎🖤”
💟 (Heart Decoration) Emoji
♥️ (Heart Suit) Emoji
♡ (Heart Outline) Emoji
🫀(Anatomical Heart) Emoji
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