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Why are there emojis before some sentences? What does (↑) in front of "you" mean?

Emoji help putting things in context!

Written by Sheena Chen

When emojis appear in front of sentences, they're meant to help you better understand the context of specific sentences.

⚕ Doctor

  • ⚕ You may pick up the medical report next week.

  • ⚕ Will my insurance cover this?

↑Polite/formal register

  • Do ↑you have anything scheduled for Tuesday?

  • It's a pleasure to meet ↑you.

💼 Work

  • 💼 He's not in today.

☎ Telephone

  • ☎ Who is this, please?

  • ☎ Just a moment, please.


↡ Rude register

  • ↡ Mind your own business!

  • ↡ Just leave me out of it!

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