microbe
A microscopic organism, often representing bacteria or germs
Basic Information
- Unicode U+1F9A0
- Version Emoji 11
- Category animals & nature
- Subcategory bugs
Platform Meaning
A microscopic organism, often representing bacteria or germs
Tags
Platform Meaning
- Apple: Depicts a greenish bacterium with an oval shape and surface projections
- Google: Shows a teal-colored microbe with a spherical form and small protrusions
- Twitter: Features a blue bacterium with an elongated shape and textured surface
- Unicode: Microbe, representing bacteria, germs, or microscopic organisms
Detailed Introduction
The 🦠 emoji typically symbolizes bacteria, germs, or microscopic organisms. It is commonly used in contexts related to health, hygiene, illness, or science. It can express concerns about cleanliness, such as warning about germs in a situation, or discuss topics like microbiology, infections, or disease prevention. Additionally, it may be used metaphorically to represent something unwanted or harmful spreading, similar to how germs proliferate. In scientific discussions, it straightforwardly refers to microorganisms, aiding in visual communication about biology or medical topics.