Ear with hearing aid emoji meaning

The ear with hearing aid emoji shows a human ear with a small electronic hearing device placed on it. This emoji represents individuals who use hearing aids to assist with hearing. It is often used in conversations about hearing impairments, accessibility, and inclusivity for people who are hard of hearing. The emoji highlights the importance of raising awareness and understanding about hearing loss, as well as the tools and technology that support those with hearing challenges. It serves as a symbol to promote discussions around equal access and respect for all individuals.

The ear with hearing aid emoji was approved in Unicode 12.0 and added in Emoji 12.0, see related proposal L2/18080