What Does the Finger Heart Emoji 🫰 Mean? Plus, How to Use It

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K-Pop Fandom Expert Janice Barajas explains how this popular emoji is related to K-pop stars & actors

Co-authored by Janice Barajas and Marcus Pruitt, BS

Last Updated: February 15, 2026 Fact Checked

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The finger heart emoji (🫰), commonly called the Korean finger heart emoji, is often used to represent love, but it has a few other meanings to look out for, as well. In this article, we explain the meaning of the emoji, how to use it, why it’s called the Korean finger heart emoji, and more! Read on to learn everything you need to know about the popular finger heart emoji 🫰.

Finger Heart Emoji Meaning

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K-Pop Fandom Expert Janice Barajas says K-pop artists use the finger heart emoji (🫰) and real-life gesture to show love and affection for their fans. The 🫰emoji can also represent money, luxury, or snapping. To better emphasize these meanings, use emoji combinations like 🫰❤️ (love), 🫰💸 (money) and 🫰💥 (snapping).

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What does the finger heart emoji 🫰 mean?

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   The finger heart emoji 🫰 represents love. In South Korea, the gesture of putting your thumb to your folded index finger whilst clenching the rest of your fingers into a fist has long represented a heart, so it makes sense that it means the same thing as an emoji. When used in this context, the 🫰emoji represents love and affection.

   • For example, if you compliment your partner over text and they respond with “You’re so sweet 🫰,” they’re using the emoji to show affection.
   • According to dating coach John Keegan, when someone sends you a heart emoji, they’re typically flirting.
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   The 🫰 emoji can also represents money. Since the finger-rubbing gesture is often used to nonverbally represent money in real life, the meaning has easily translated to the online world. You’ll often know that 🫰 is being used to talk about money based on context. For example, if your friend texts you something like “Bro, I heard you need money moves. Tryna go up? 🫰🫰💸,” they’re talking about money.

   • When used in this context, 🫰can also refer to luxurious items that cost lots of money, like expensive cars, houses, and jewelry.
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   Besides money and love, the 🫰 represents snapping. When used as a snapping emoji, 🫰 is a great way to get someone’s attention, affirm or agree with what they’re saying, or add dramatic effect to your message. It can be paired with other emojis to make the snap clearer, like the bang emoji (💥) or the sunlight emoji (🔆).
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How to Use the Finger Heart Emoji

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   Use the finger heart emoji (🫰) to express your love towards someone. When you want to tell someone how much you care about them, add the finger heart emoji in the middle or at the end of your texts. For example, if you’re talking to your partner about a successful dinner you two just had, say something like “That restaurant we went to last week was so good 🤩 Thanks so much for taking me, love 🫰.”

   • Example: “You’re so amazing. I can’t believe you got me tickets overseas for our anniversary 🫰 You know just how to make me feel loved.”
   • Example: “Thanks again for taking me out to the movies! I had a great time 🫰”
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   Use the 🫰 emoji to talk about how expensive or luxurious something is. Whether you’re making a huge purchase, keeping it real about how much something’s going to cost, or showing off a new luxury, use the 🫰 emoji to emphasize its exuberant cost. For example, if you need a haircut and are willing to pay any price, text your barber something like “I know you’re probably busy, but is there any chance I can get a cut today? I’ll drop anything 🫰.”

   • Example: “Man, I can work you into the schedule, but it’s gonna cost a pretty penny 🫰”
   • Example: “I just secured this new luxury apartment and MAN, it’s luxurious 🫰🫰 These rooftop amenities are next level.”
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   Use the 🫰 emoji to snap for emphasis. Let others know that you’re trying to get their attention or emphasize something by saying something along the lines of “I’ve got some crazy tea, girl. Hit me back as soon as you get the chance. It’s PIPING 🫰.” To make sure the person you’re texting knows you’re snapping, consider adding a bang emoji (💥).

   • Example: “I told you he wasn’t worth chasing 🫰🫰 You’re better off without him, though. Focus on yourself!”
   • Example: “You’re right, that man really wasn’t worth my time 🫰”
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How to Get the Finger Heart Emoji on iPhone

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   Open the keyboard and navigate to the emojis. Click on the text field in the app where you want to type the 🫰emoji to open the keyboard. Once the keyboard is open, tap the emoji button or the globe button in the lower left-hand corner.
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   Scroll to the Smiley section and head to the finger emojis. Once you’ve got the emojis open, click on the circular smiley face in the lower left hard corner (specifically the 2nd slot from the ABC lettering) to open the Smiley section. From there, you’ll find the finger heart emoji in the 4th row of hands at the very bottom of the keyboard.
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   Type the unicode if you don’t have an iPhone or Apple device. If you’re trying to access the finger heart emoji on a non-Apple device, type the U+1FAF0 code, as it’s the unicode for the 🫰 emoji. Once you type the code, it should be recognized and automatically change to the 🫰 emoji. Depending on what platform you’re on, the emoji may only register after you’ve sent your text or comment.
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Best Finger Heart Emoji Combinations

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   🫰❤️ for love When you’re expressing love with the finger heart emoji, emphasize your love by adding a heart emoji (❤️). By adding the emoji, you’ll let the recipient know how much you care about them, especially when you pair the combination with some words of love and care. If the regular heart isn’t your thing, try these emoji combinations:

   • 🫰😘
   • 🫰💕
   • 🫰🥰
   • 🫰💓
   • 🫰❣️
   • 🫰👩‍❤️‍👩
   • 🫰👨‍❤️‍👨
   • 🫰👩‍❤️‍💋‍👨
   • 🫰💘
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   🫰💸 for money and luxury Sometimes, context doesn’t cut it for expressing how expensive or luxurious something is. To really flex that wealth and status, or to express that something’s way too expensive, use the 🫰💸 emoji combination. If that’s not your style (or you’re trying to describe a specific luxury), try another emoji combination:

   • 🫰💰
   • 🫰💶
   • 🫰💷
   • 🫰💵
   • 🫰💴
   • 🫰🤑
   • 🫰💲
   • 🫰💳
   • 🫰🏎️
   • 🫰🏦
   • 🫰🌇
   • 🫰🏙️
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   🫰💥 for snapping When the 🫰 emoji isn’t cutting it and you need something with a little more boom, and an explosive emoji. Combining the 🫰 emoji with a 💥 will let the person you’re texting know just what you’re trying to say, especially if you’re gossiping. If you prefer another emoji, try it these combinations:

   • 🫰🔆
   • 🫰🔅
   • 🫰☕️
   • 🫰🫖
   • 🫰🧨
   • 🫰💣
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   🫰🎻 for pity When the finger heart emoji is paired with a violin, it’s typically a reference to the SpongeBob meme where Mr. Krabs pinches his fingers together and says “Oh boohoo. Let me play a sad song for you on the world’s smallest violin.” When used like this, it’s a way to express pity for someone, just as the coin-loving crustacean does in the scene.

   • Example: “Aww. You’re upset because your million dollar yacht got a dent on it? 🫰🎻”
   • Example: “You got dumped because you cheated on her and she found out? 🫰🎻”
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Why is 🫰 called the Korean finger heart emoji?

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   The Korean finger heart is the name of a common gesture used in Korea. The finger heart emoji is popular among South Korean pop stars, actors, and other cultural icons. Due to the popularity of the gesture in the region, especially among K-pop stars, it has gained international acclaim, quickly being dubbed the “Korean finger heart.” Once the 🫰 emoji was introduced, users didn’t miss a beat and quickly dubbed it the “Korean finger heart emoji.”

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Similar Emojis

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   Hand with Heart Emoji (🫶) The hand with heart emoji 🫶, like the fingers crossed emoji 🫰 is a way to express your love and affection towards someone or something. For example, if your partner takes you out on a date and you want to show your appreciation, you can say something like “Thanks for the date baby! I really appreciate how much effort you put into making sure the night was good 🫶.”
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   Heart Emoji (❤️) The standard heart emoji ❤️ is a staple in the emoji dictionary. It’s a versatile emoji that you can use in plenty of different situations, from expressing your love like the finger heart emoji, to letting someone know that you appreciate their kind gesture. By simply putting the ❤️ emoji next to your text, you’ll be able to let people know how you feel with ease.
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   Fingers Crossed (🤞) The fingers crossed emoji 🤞 has various uses, from expressing that you really hope something will happen, to showing that you aren’t really serious about something. Like the finger heart emoji 🫰, the fingers crossed emoji 🤞 is great to use in different situations, making it a versatile pick for your emoji vocabulary.
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