eight-spoked asterisk Emoji

Literally, ✳️ represents an eight-spoked asterisk, often used to indicate a special key on a telephone or other device, whereas figuratively and in slang, it is used to represent a wildcard or a special character, and can also signify importance, urgency, or a highlight, especially in informal and technical contexts. This symbol is also utilized to draw attention or to signify a notable point in a message or document. Its meaning can vary depending on the context in which it is used, but it often serves to add emphasis or to indicate that something is noteworthy. In some cases, ✳️ may be used in place of a regular asterisk due to its distinctive appearance.

In digital communication, ✳️ is often used in texting and online forums to add emphasis or to indicate a special point, and its use can vary by platform and audience, with younger users and those in technical fields being more likely to use it in a playful or ironic way. The tone of messages using ✳️ can range from serious and urgent to humorous and attention-grabbing, depending on the context and the user's intent. On platforms like TikTok and Twitter, ✳️ may be used to add visual interest to captions and comments, and its use can help to convey a sense of excitement or importance. Tone and usage can differ across generations and platforms, reflecting the diverse ways in which ✳️ can be employed.

To use the eight-spoked asterisk emoji, tap the Copy button above, then paste it (long-press then Paste on mobile, or Ctrl+V / Cmd+V on desktop) anywhere you can type: messages, captions, usernames, bios and documents. It copies the real Unicode character (U+2733 U+FE0F), so it works on every app and platform, no download needed.