raised fist Emoji
✊ · U+270A · Emoji 0.6
What does the raised fist emoji mean?
Meaning reviewed and updated July 2026 · Unicode data from the official Unicode Standard
When expressing solidarity, defiance, or resistance, individuals often reach for the ✊ raised fist emoji, which is defined as a clenched fist raised in the air, symbolizing power, strength, and unity. This emoji can be used literally to represent a physical gesture of protest or solidarity, but it also has figurative uses, such as expressing support for a social or political cause, or to convey a sense of empowerment and resilience. In slang, the ✊ emoji can be used to express agreement or approval, similar to a thumbs up or a nod of acknowledgement. Additionally, it is often used to show solidarity with marginalized communities or to express outrage and frustration in the face of injustice.
raised fist in every skin tone
This emoji takes a Fitzpatrick modifier. Click any tone to copy it.
How the raised fist emoji is used
The ✊ emoji is frequently used in social media posts, particularly on platforms like Twitter and Instagram, where users can quickly and easily express their opinions and show support for various causes. In texting and messaging apps, the ✊ emoji can be used to add a touch of personality and emphasis to a message, and its tone can range from serious and somber to playful and sarcastic. The use of the ✊ emoji can also vary across different generations and platforms, with younger users and those on TikTok often using it in a more ironic or humorous way. Overall, the ✊ emoji has become a versatile and widely recognized symbol of solidarity and resistance.
raised fist emoji examples
- Just got back from the protest and I'm still feeling the energy ✊
- You go girl, don't let them bring you down ✊
How to copy the raised fist emoji
To use the raised fist 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+270A), so it works on every app and platform, no download needed.
Also known as
raised fist emoji on different platforms
How the raised fist emoji looks across emoji sets. These designs come from openly-licensed sets (Twemoji, Google Noto, OpenMoji). See image credits.



raised fist Emoji Details
| Emoji | ✊ |
| Name | raised fist |
| Category | People & Body |
| Codepoints | U+270A |
| Shortcode | :raised_fist: |
| Emoji version | 0.6 |
| Unicode version | 0.6 |
raised fist Emoji FAQ
When expressing solidarity, defiance, or resistance, individuals often reach for the ✊ raised fist emoji, which is defined as a clenched fist raised in the air, symbolizing power, strength, and unity. This emoji can be used literally to represent a physical gesture of protest or solidarity, but it also has figurative uses, such as expressing support for a social or political cause, or to convey a sense of empowerment and resilience.
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+270A, introduced in Emoji version 0.6 (Unicode 0.6). Its shortcode is :raised_fist:.