handshake

This emoji depicts two people clasping hands. It's often used to indicate a promise or agreement.

It's frequently used in business or formal settings to signify a contract or collaboration. Among friends, it's also used to express a promise to help each other.

Traditionally, handshakes originated as a gesture of peace, demonstrating that one's hands held no weapons. In modern times, it has become a universal symbol of trust and cooperation, regardless of cultural background.

In business culture, it symbolizes the closing of a deal or a partnership. Among Gen MZ, it's also widely used to mean "Let's do this together" or "I agree." It's especially common on social media to express solidarity or support.