scorpion Emoji
๐ฆ ยท U+1F982 ยท Emoji 1.0
What does the scorpion emoji mean?
Meaning reviewed and updated July 2026 ยท Unicode data from the official Unicode Standard
A scorpion, the ๐ฆ emoji represents the arachnid animal known for its venomous tail and is often used literally to refer to the creature itself, while also being used figuratively to represent danger, threat, or intensity, and in slang to describe someone or something as fierce or formidable. In astrological contexts, it is associated with the zodiac sign Scorpio. The emoji can also symbolize passion, secrecy, and resilience. Its meaning can vary depending on the cultural and personal context in which it is used.
How the scorpion emoji is used
Texting and social media platforms like Instagram and TikTok are common places where the ๐ฆ emoji is used, often to add a touch of edginess or mystique to a message or post. The tone in which it is used can range from playful and flirtatious to ominous and threatening, depending on the user's intention and the conversation's context. Younger generations tend to use the emoji more frequently and in a more casual manner, while older users might employ it more sparingly and in more formal or symbolic ways. The emoji's usage can also differ across various online communities and forums.
scorpion emoji examples
- just saw a scorpion in my backyard ๐ฆ
- my scorpio friend is so intense ๐ฆ
How to copy the scorpion emoji
To use the scorpion 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+1F982), so it works on every app and platform, no download needed.
Also known as
scorpion emoji on different platforms
How the scorpion emoji looks across emoji sets. These designs come from openly-licensed sets (Twemoji, Google Noto, OpenMoji). See image credits.



scorpion Emoji Details
| Emoji | ๐ฆ |
| Name | scorpion |
| Category | Animals & Nature |
| Codepoints | U+1F982 |
| Shortcode | :scorpion: |
| Emoji version | 1.0 |
| Unicode version | 1.0 |
scorpion Emoji FAQ
A scorpion, the ๐ฆ emoji represents the arachnid animal known for its venomous tail and is often used literally to refer to the creature itself, while also being used figuratively to represent danger, threat, or intensity, and in slang to describe someone or something as fierce or formidable. In astrological contexts, it is associated with the zodiac sign Scorpio.
Tap the Copy button at the top of this page, then paste ๐ฆ wherever you type. Because it copies the real Unicode character, it works in every app on iPhone, Android, Windows and Mac.
It is U+1F982, introduced in Emoji version 1.0 (Unicode 1.0). Its shortcode is :scorpion:.
People also search for the scorpion emoji as scorpio, scorpius, zodiac.