# emoji

CEFR B1 · Noun

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/emoji
Updated: 2026-04-24

## Definition

A small digital picture or symbol that you use in texts and online messages to express an idea or an emotion.

For teachers: A small digital image or icon used in electronic communication to express an idea, emotion, or object. The term refers to the standardized pictographs used across most digital platforms.

## Examples

- She adds a heart emoji to every text message.
- When he heard the good news, he responded with a simple thumbs-up emoji.
- The legal interpretation of an emoji can be complex, as courts now consider whether it signals intent in business communications or contracts.

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