⏸️ Pause Button Emoji
Technical Details
Name
Pause Button
Short Name
:double_vertical_bar:
Unicode
U+23F8
U+FE0F
Unicode Version
1.0Release Year
2014
Category
SymbolsSubcategory
Av SymbolPlatform Support
Apple Google Twitter Facebook
Has Skin Tones
No
Platform Renderings

Apple Style

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Twitter Style

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Emoji Styles

3D Style
Color Style
Flat Style
High Contrast
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 double vertical bar symbol, typically depicted in black or gray, representing the pause function in media playback. This symbol is universally recognized as a control button for pausing audio or video content. It is part of the 'av-symbol' series in Unicode, specifically designed for media control icons.
Common Uses
- Indicating a temporary stop in a conversation or process: 'Let's ⏸️ for a moment and gather our thoughts.'
- Symbolizing a pause in media content: 'The video is ⏸️ while we fix the technical issue.'
- In technical documentation for media controls: 'To pause playback, press the ⏸️ button.'
Example Sentences
- The presentation will ⏸️ briefly while we switch to the next slide.
- Please ⏸️ the recording while I take this important call.
- If you need a break, just ⏸️ the game and come back later.