Also known as: folded hands, pray, please, thank you, high five, namaste
The Folded Hands (🙏) emoji is one of the most debated emojis. Two hands pressed together. In Japan, it means please or thank you. In Western countries, it is widely used as prayer or hope. In some communities, it is interpreted as a high five.
Use it to express gratitude, hope, or a respectful greeting. Context usually makes the meaning clear. It is also commonly used in sports contexts as a high five celebration and in spiritual contexts as a sign of prayer or meditation.
Not sure if 🙏 is the right choice? The Folded Hands emoji is best for expressing the specific emotions described above. If you need a different nuance, try one of the related emojis listed above. Each emoji carries its own emotional weight and cultural context — choosing the right one can completely change how your message lands.
Click the copy button above to copy the Folded Hands emoji (🙏) to your clipboard. Then paste it anywhere — iMessage, WhatsApp, Instagram, TikTok, Twitter, Facebook, email, or any app that supports emojis. On desktop, you can also right-click the emoji and select "Copy Emoji" or use Ctrl+C (Cmd+C on Mac) after selecting it.