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Día de Muertos Emoji Guide

Annual Festival • 11-01

Mexican holiday honoring deceased loved ones.

Traditional Symbols

Classic Day of the Dead symbols

Skull

Calavera or sugar skull, central to Day of the Dead celebrations

Cherry Blossom

Represents marigold (cempasúchil) flowers used to guide spirits

Amphora

Similar to clay vessels used for offerings on altars

Candle

Candles lit to guide spirits back to the world of the living

Ofrenda Elements

Items for Day of the Dead altars

Cookie

Pan de muerto (bread of the dead) traditionally placed on ofrendas

Bottle with Popping Cork

Represents alcoholic beverages like tequila left as offerings

Nazar Amulet

Protective symbols and decorative elements for altars

Framed Picture

Photos of deceased loved ones placed on the ofrenda

Celebration & Remembrance

Festive and commemorative elements

Musical Note

Music and celebrations to honor the dead

Top Hat

Fancy clothing like that worn by La Catrina figure

Mosque

Represents the cemeteries and memorial sites visited

Sparkler

Festive lights and decorations during the celebration

Nature & Spirits

Natural elements and spiritual connections

Butterfly

Monarchs believed to carry souls of the departed

Thought Balloon

Memories shared of departed loved ones

Crescent Moon

Night celebrations and spiritual connections

Glowing Star

Spirits visiting from the beyond during celebrations

Mexican Culture

Cultural elements of Day of the Dead

Flag: Mexico

The Mexican flag representing the holiday's cultural heritage

Musical Score

Traditional Mexican music played during celebrations

Popcorn

Represents traditional foods shared during celebrations

Performing Arts

Traditional dances and performances for Day of the Dead