folded hands 🙏 - OzVoca Emoji Details
folded hands
The folded hands emoji is mainly used when making a wish or earnestly asking for something, as in "Please."
It's not just for making requests; you can also use it to express sincere gratitude. In Eastern cultures, including Korea, it shares its meaning with "hapjang," the gesture of greeting with pressed palms.
Originating from the Eastern "hapjang" culture, it strongly signifies "gratitude" and "prayer," but in the West, it's often misinterpreted as a high five between two people.
The emoji's official name is "Folded Hands," confirming its meaning of prayer or request. It's interesting how a single emoji can be interpreted differently across cultures. Understanding the other person's cultural background can lead to more enjoyable conversations.