π§ Compass Emoji
Technical Details
Name
Compass
Short Name
:compass:
Unicode
U+1F9ED
Unicode Version
11.0Release Year
2018
Category
Travel & PlacesSubcategory
Place MapPlatform Support
Apple Google Twitter Facebook
Has Skin Tones
No
Platform Renderings
Unicode
Apple Style
Google Style
Twitter Style
Facebook Style
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" >π§</text> </svg>
Emoji Meaning
Meaning
A compass visually represented as a traditional magnetic compass with a round dial, typically colored in black and white, with a red or blue needle pointing north. The design includes cardinal directions (N, S, E, W) around the dial. Officially designated as a symbol for navigation, orientation, and exploration, often used to indicate direction or the act of finding one's way.
Common Uses
- Indicating direction or orientation: 'We need to head north π§'
- Symbolizing exploration or discovery: 'Ready for an adventure π§'
- Referring to navigation tools or apps: 'Use the compass app to find your way π§'
Example Sentences
- For our hike, we'll need a map and a compass π§
- He pulled out his compass π§ to check the direction
- The compass π§ on my phone helped me navigate the city