lizard Emoji
๐ฆ ยท U+1F98E ยท Emoji 3.0
What does the lizard emoji mean?
Lizards are often used to represent being sneaky or slimy in a figurative sense, and can also be used to refer to someone who is perceived as untrustworthy or deceitful, in addition to its literal meaning as a type of reptile, specifically a cold-blooded animal that belongs to the order Squamata, characterized by its scaly skin and ability to regrow its tail, with many species found in various parts of the world, including deserts, forests, and backyards. This literal definition is commonly used in educational or scientific contexts to refer to the animal itself. In slang, the lizard emoji can also be used to express that someone is acting strangely or is unwell.
How the lizard emoji is used
The emoji's usage can also vary depending on the cultural context, with some cultures viewing lizards as symbols of good luck or prosperity. The lizard emoji can be used in a variety of online platforms, including messaging apps and social media sites. Its usage is often informal and casual, making it a popular choice for personal conversations and online interactions.
lizard emoji examples
- just saw a huge lizard in my backyard omg ๐ฆ
- you're such a lizard for eating the last slice of pizza ๐ฆ
How to copy the lizard emoji
To use the lizard 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+1F98E), so it works on every app and platform, no download needed.
Also known as
lizard emoji on different platforms
How the lizard emoji looks on your device and in the openly licensed sets that include it (Twitter / X (Twemoji), Google Noto Color Emoji, OpenMoji). See image credits.



lizard Emoji Details
| Emoji | ๐ฆ |
| Name | lizard |
| Category | Animals & Nature |
| Codepoints | U+1F98E |
| Shortcode | :lizard: |
| Sources | Unicode emoji list ยท codepoints.net |
| Emoji version | 3.0 (2016) |
lizard Emoji FAQ
It is U+1F98E, added in Emoji 3.0 (2016). On GitHub, Slack and Discord you can type it as :lizard:.
People also search for the lizard emoji as animal, reptile.