Crab emoji meaning

The crab emoji is a colorful cartoon-style image of a crab, usually depicted in shades of red or orange. This emoji is inspired by the real marine crustacean, which is known for its flat, wide shell and strong pincers or claws that help it gather food and protect itself. Often associated with marine life, this emoji is commonly used to represent the beach, ocean, seafood, and the astrological sign Cancer. Additionally, it can carry different meanings depending on the context, such as expressing feelings of frustration, symbolizing a playful mood, or even hinting at a slightly aggressive tone in a lighthearted way.

The crab emoji was approved in Unicode 8.0 and added in Emoji 1.0, see related proposal L2/14174