bell

The bell is a typical symbol for notifications or signals. It's used to announce important moments, like the school bell or a wedding bell.

On smartphones, you often see this bell shape when you receive a notification. It's frequently used to indicate SNS or message alerts.

Bells have long been used as a communication tool throughout human history. In the West, church bells announced the time, while in the East, temple bells signaled the beginning and end of the day. In modern times, it has become a symbol of digital notifications.

Recently, with the increase in digital device notifications, the term "notification fatigue" has emerged. As a result, this bell emoji is frequently used as an interface element to indicate "notification on/off" settings.