Watermelon Emoji Meaning: Everything You Need to Know

Download Article

Learn the literal, cultural, and dirty meanings of this fruity emoji

Co-authored by Aly Rusciano Reviewed by Candace Gasper

Last Updated: March 28, 2025 Fact Checked

Download Article

🍉 (Watermelon) Emoji Meanings

|

Palestine Meaning

|

Using the 🍉 Emoji

|

Other Sexual Fruit Emojis

|

Video

The 🍉 (watermelon) emoji seems innocent enough, but did you know it has a more vulgar meaning? This delicious fruit may represent more than you realize. We’ve put together a guide, so you'll know what you’re saying before you hit send. Keep reading to learn what the 🍉 (watermelon) emoji means and how you can use it.

What does the watermelon emoji mean?

The 🍉 (watermelon) emoji is most commonly used to describe summertime or the fruit itself. While sexting, it can also represent breasts. Separately, the watermelon emoji can also symbolize support for Palestinians.

Section 1 of 4:

🍉 (Watermelon) Emoji Meanings

Download Article

1
A 🍉 could be a representation of watermelon itself. Sometimes emojis simply mean what they are. Someone may use the 🍉 to replace the word “watermelon” or say, “I love watermelon!”
- “Watermelon slushies are the best! 🍉”
- “🍉 is superior.”
2
When sexting, a 🍉 can represent a woman’s breasts. Melons are often seen suggestively because of their round forms.^{[1]
X
Research source} More often than not, a 🍉 and 🍈 are used interchangeably to reference a woman’s curves.
- “Dang girl 🍉🍈”
- “Love to see it 🍉😍”
Advertisement
3
The 🍉 represents all things fun in the sun. What better way to celebrate a hot day than with a juicy slice of watermelon? This emoji can be used alongside ☀️, 😎, and other summertime emojis to say, “I love summer!”^{[2]
X
Research source}
- “It’s finally starting to feel like summer! 😎🍉”
- “Nothing better than the summer sun and a cold slice of watermelon 🍉☀️”

Section 2 of 4:

What does the 🍉 (watermelon) mean for Palestine?

Download Article

The 🍉 has become a political symbol for Palestinians. Watermelons are locally grown in Palestine and have been a symbol for the country since the 1960s.^{[3]
X
Research source} The watermelon also has similar colors to the Palestinian flag. With all of this, the 🍉 is a subtle representation of Palestinian pride.^{[4]
X
Research source} In 2021, Palestinians united on social media with the 🍉 to prevent online censorship sparked by the Israel-Hamas conflict. Posting watermelon artwork and emojis showed support for the Palestinian movement.^{[5]
X
Research source}
- “#freepalestine 🍉🇵🇸”
- “P@lestine 🍉”

Section 3 of 4:

How to Use the 🍉 (Watermelon) Emoji

Download Article

1
When it’s summertime: Tell the world you’re enjoying the summer heat with a 🍉. Add this emoji to the end of a caption on a beachside photo or text a friend that you can’t wait to go to the pool. Pair the 🍉 with 🏖️ or ☀️ for some extra summer fun.
- “The best part of summer 🍉🏖️”
- “Nothing better on a hot summer day than watermelon by the pool 🍉☀️”
2
When you love watermelons: If watermelons are your favorite fruit, use the 🍉 whenever you can. Tell a friend you're making a delicious watermelon salad, or put a line of your favorite fruits in your bio.
- “It’s only the best salad ever! 🍉😁”
- “🍉🍌🍊🍓🍍🥝”
3
When you’re sexting: Use a 🍉 if you think a woman is hot. Dropping a 🍉 after a message or pairing with other flirty emojis says, “I like your body.” Who knows? Maybe she’ll compliment you back!
- “You’re the only one I think about 🍉😉”
- “Hot mama! 🍉🔥”
4
When you want to show support for Palestine: Add a 🍉 to your bio or Instagram captions in solidarity with Palestinians. This is a subtle way to show your support for the country and spread awareness about current events. Use the 🍉 emoji to tell your followers where you stand.^{[6]
X
Research source}
- “I support Palestinians. #freepalestine 🍉”
- “This censorship just isn’t right 🍉”

Section 4 of 4:

Other Sexual Fruit Emojis

Download Article

The 🍉 isn’t the only suggestive fruit emoji out there. Sexters have gotten very creative when representing the human body with emojis. Check out some of these common sexting interpretations of seemingly innocent fruits:^{[7]
X
Research source}
- 🍒: Testicles
- 🍈: Breasts
- 🍎: Butt
- 🍐: Pear-shaped curves
- 🍑: Butt or vagina
- 🍆: Penis

Understand and Use Sexual Emojis with this Expert Series

We've all been there. You're flirting with someone over text, and then they send a confusing emoji. What does it mean? Read this expert series and learn how to use emojis to upgrade your flirting!