snail
A small, slow-moving mollusk with a spiral shell, often symbolizing slowness
Basic Information
- Unicode U+1F40C
- Version Emoji 0.6
- Category animals & nature
- Subcategory bugs
Platform Meaning
A small, slow-moving mollusk with a spiral shell, often symbolizing slowness
Tags
Platform Meaning
- Apple： Depicts a snail with a brown spiral shell and a soft body, commonly representing slowness or patience
- Google： Shows a snail with a reddish-brown shell and antennae, typically used to convey slowness or taking one's time
- Twitter： Features a snail with a rounded shell and visible eye stalks, often used humorously to refer to slow speed or delays
- Unicode： A snail, a small mollusk with a coiled shell, generally representing the animal itself or the concept of slowness
Detailed Introduction
The 🐌 emoji primarily represents a snail, an animal known for its extremely slow movement. It is commonly used to convey slowness, procrastination, or taking things at a leisurely pace. In digital communication, it can humorously describe slow internet speeds, delayed responses, or someone who is moving too slowly. Additionally, it may symbolize patience, persistence, or the idea of 'taking life one step at a time.' It is often used in contexts related to nature, gardening, or as a playful way to tease someone about being slow. The emoji's visual of a spiral shell and soft body makes it easily recognizable and versatile for both literal and metaphorical use.