sparkle Emoji
❇️ · U+2747 U+FE0F · Emoji 0.6
What does the sparkle emoji mean?
Meaning reviewed and updated July 2026 · Unicode data from the official Unicode Standard
A sparkle, the ❇️ emoji represents something shiny, glittery, or attention-grabbing, and is often used figuratively to convey excitement, admiration, or magic, while also being used in slang to express sarcasm or irony, particularly in online contexts. This emoji can add a touch of glamour or whimsy to a message, and its meaning can vary depending on the context in which it is used. In some cases, the sparkle emoji is used to draw attention to a particular word or phrase, or to add emphasis to a statement. Its versatility has made it a popular choice for expressing a range of emotions and ideas.
How the sparkle emoji is used
The ❇️ emoji is frequently used in social media captions and comments to add a lighthearted or playful tone, and is particularly popular among younger generations who use it to express enthusiasm or admiration for something. On platforms like TikTok and Instagram, the sparkle emoji is often used to add a touch of glamour or sophistication to a post, while in texting and messaging apps, it can be used to convey sarcasm or irony. The tone of the sparkle emoji can vary depending on the platform and the context in which it is used, but it is generally used to add a positive or attention-grabbing element to a message. Its use can also differ across generations, with older users potentially using it less frequently or in more formal contexts.
sparkle emoji examples
- just got tickets to my favorite concert ❇️
- my boss thinks we're going to meet our deadline ❇️
How to copy the sparkle emoji
To use the sparkle 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+2747 U+FE0F), so it works on every app and platform, no download needed.
More about sparkle
Also known as
sparkle emoji on different platforms
How the sparkle emoji looks across emoji sets. These designs come from openly-licensed sets (Twemoji, Google Noto, OpenMoji). See image credits.



sparkle Emoji Details
| Emoji | ❇️ |
| Name | sparkle |
| Category | Symbols |
| Codepoints | U+2747 U+FE0F |
| Shortcode | :sparkle: |
| Emoji version | 0.6 |
| Unicode version | 0.6 |
sparkle Emoji FAQ
A sparkle, the ❇️ emoji represents something shiny, glittery, or attention-grabbing, and is often used figuratively to convey excitement, admiration, or magic, while also being used in slang to express sarcasm or irony, particularly in online contexts. This emoji can add a touch of glamour or whimsy to a message, and its meaning can vary depending on the context in which it is used.
Tap the Copy button at the top of this page, then paste ❇️ wherever you type. Because it copies the real Unicode character, it works in every app on iPhone, Android, Windows and Mac.
It is U+2747 U+FE0F, introduced in Emoji version 0.6 (Unicode 0.6). Its shortcode is :sparkle:.