rat Emoji
๐ ยท U+1F400 ยท Emoji 1.0
What does the rat emoji mean?
Meaning reviewed and updated July 2026 ยท Unicode data from the official Unicode Standard
When describing something as sneaky or untrustworthy, or referencing the animal itself, the ๐ emoji represents a rat, a rodent mammal, and is often used figuratively to imply someone is deceitful or dirty, while in slang, it can also mean an informant or someone who betrays others, and in some contexts, it is used to express disgust or distaste, with its meaning depending on the conversation and cultural background. The ๐ emoji can also be used literally to talk about rats as animals, in discussions about pets, wildlife, or pest control. In addition to its literal and figurative meanings, the ๐ emoji can be used to add a touch of humor or lightheartedness to a message. Its meanings can vary across different cultures and languages, but overall, it is a versatile emoji that can be used in various contexts.
How the rat emoji is used
Texting and social media platforms like Twitter and TikTok are common places where the ๐ emoji is used, often in a humorous or sarcastic tone to express annoyance or frustration, with younger generations using it more frequently in memes and jokes, while older generations might use it more literally or in reference to a specific situation, and its usage can also vary depending on the platform, with some using it more in comments and others in captions, and the tone can range from playful to angry, depending on the context and the user's intention. The ๐ emoji can also be used in combination with other emojis to convey a stronger message or emotion. Its usage is not limited to any specific region or language, and it can be used in various online and offline contexts. The ๐ emoji is also often used in a more casual and informal tone, which is typical of online communication.
rat emoji examples
- just saw a rat in my kitchen ๐
- you're such a rat for eating the last slice of pizza ๐
How to copy the rat emoji
To use the rat 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+1F400), so it works on every app and platform, no download needed.
Also known as
rat emoji on different platforms
How the rat emoji looks across emoji sets. These designs come from openly-licensed sets (Twemoji, Google Noto, OpenMoji). See image credits.



rat Emoji Details
| Emoji | ๐ |
| Name | rat |
| Category | Animals & Nature |
| Codepoints | U+1F400 |
| Shortcode | :rat: |
| Emoji version | 1.0 |
| Unicode version | 1.0 |
rat Emoji FAQ
When describing something as sneaky or untrustworthy, or referencing the animal itself, the ๐ emoji represents a rat, a rodent mammal, and is often used figuratively to imply someone is deceitful or dirty, while in slang, it can also mean an informant or someone who betrays others, and in some contexts, it is used to express disgust or distaste, with its meaning depending on the conversation and cultural background. The ๐ emoji can also be used literally to talk about rats as animals, in discussions about pets, wildlife, or pest control.
Tap the Copy button at the top of this page, then paste ๐ wherever you type. Because it copies the real Unicode character, it works in every app on iPhone, Android, Windows and Mac.
It is U+1F400, introduced in Emoji version 1.0 (Unicode 1.0). Its shortcode is :rat:.
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