Anchor Emoji

Technical Details

Name

Anchor

Short Name

:anchor:

Unicode

U+2693

Unicode Version

1.0

Release Year

2010

Subcategory

Transport Water

Platform Support

Apple Google Twitter Facebook

Has Skin Tones

No

Platform Renderings

Unicode standard sample

Unicode

ANCHOR emoji in Apple's design style - Unicode 2693

Apple Style

ANCHOR emoji in Google's design style - Unicode 2693

Google Style

ANCHOR emoji in Twitter's design style - Unicode 2693

Twitter Style

ANCHOR emoji in Facebook's design style - Unicode 2693

Facebook Style

Gmail style

Gmail

KDDI style

KDDI

SVG Code

<svg width="128" height="128" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg">
  <text
    x="64"
    y="64"
    font-size="96"
    text-anchor="middle"
    dominant-baseline="middle"
    font-family="serif"
  >⚓</text>
</svg>

Emoji Meaning

Meaning

A metal anchor, typically depicted in a silver or gray color, with a cross-shaped stock and two curved flukes. It visually represents a nautical instrument used to secure ships. The anchor is part of the Travel & Places category, specifically under the transport-water subcategory, symbolizing stability, safety, and maritime themes.

Common Uses

  • Indicating nautical or maritime contexts: 'Set sail with us ⚓'
  • Symbolizing stability or safety: 'Feeling grounded today ⚓'
  • Referencing nautical terms or idioms: 'Drop anchor here ⚓'

Example Sentences

  • Our new boat is ready for the sea ⚓
  • Just arrived at the marina ⚓
  • Anchors aweigh! ⚓ Time to set sail.

Frequently Asked Questions