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Emoji	☝️
Codepoint	U+261D
Category	people & body
Subcategory	hand-single-finger

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index pointing up (U+261D)

finger hand index point up

The "☝️" emoji is also known as "pointing up" or "index pointing up" emoji. It depicts a hand with the index finger pointing upwards, often used to indicate a direction, a suggestion, or to emphasize a point. It can also be used to show agreement or approval, similar to the gesture of giving a thumbs up. In digital communication, this emoji can be used in a variety of contexts, such as highlighting a good idea, agreeing with a statement, or directing someone's attention to something specific.

index pointing up emoji text examples

1. When you want to point out something specific in a conversation or message: "I think we should go to the beach this weekend ☝️."
2. When you want to emphasize a statement or question: "Why do you always leave your dishes in the sink☝️?"
3. When you want to draw attention to a particular detail or fact: "Did you know that the Eiffel Tower is taller than the Chrysler Building☝️?"
4. When you want to indicate that you are raising a point or making a suggestion: "I was thinking we could try a new restaurant for dinner tonight☝️."
5. When you want to highlight a correction or clarification: "I think you meant to say 'it's' not 'its'☝️."