man tipping hand

This emoji shows a man with his palm facing upwards. It's often used when giving information or explaining something.

It's a good emoji to use when explaining something to a friend or offering help. It can also be used playfully to express sarcasm.

Originally designed to represent a staff member offering guidance or service, this emoji is now used in a variety of ways on social media. It's especially popular among younger generations for expressing light sarcasm or satire.

In meme culture, it's often used with a 'sass' or 'whatever' nuance and is particularly popular on English-speaking social media. In Korea, it's often used in a friendly, informative context like 'FYI' or 'Please note,' demonstrating how its interpretation can vary across cultures.