Folded Hands Emoji
Code point: U+1F64F
Meaning
Two hands pressed together are read in several ways: a thank-you, a please, a hopeful wish, or a gesture of respect. The intended meaning usually comes from the message around it.
When people use it
- Saying thank you or please
- Expressing hope or a wish
- Showing respect or gratitude
Where meaning can shift
- It is sometimes described as a "high five", but that is not the common reading.
- Some people use it as prayer; treat religious meaning as one option, not the only one.
Examples
- Thanks so much for the help 🙏
- Hope it goes well tomorrow 🙏
Meanings are general and can vary by person, culture and context — treat this as a guide, not a fixed rule. The folded hands may look different depending on the platform you paste it into.
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Frequently asked questions
Does 🙏 mean prayer or thanks?
Both are common. It is widely used for thanks, please and hope, as well as prayer.