Astronaut emoji meaning

The astronaut emoji shows a person wearing a space suit, often with a large helmet that protects them in space. This emoji represents astronauts and the exciting world of space exploration. It is a fun way to talk about topics like traveling to space, scientific discoveries in the universe, or dreams of becoming an astronaut. People use it to share their interest in the mysteries of outer space or to celebrate space missions and achievements. This symbol helps us imagine the fascinating work of those who explore beyond our planet.

The astronaut emoji was approved and added in Emoji 12.1, see related proposal L2/19189