A guide to the many heart emoji meanings

Each different colour variant of the heart emoji has a very different meaning. Some are suitable for family members whereas others are better suited for friends or lovers. You don't want to get caught out using the wrong one!

❤️Red Heart

The classic red heart means "true love" or romance. Suitable for use with lovers, partners or very close friends.

🤍 White Heart

The white heart is used to show "pure love". This heart should only be sent to someone who you truly care about.

🖤 Black Heart

The black heart emoji is usually used to express dark humour or death. Suitable for use with anyone if you're trying to be "edgy" or dark.

🤎 Brown Heart

Mainly used to discuss topics related to racial identity.

💛 Yellow Heart

Yellow hearts signify happiness and friendship. If you send this to someone, you're saying they are your best friend.

💚 Green Heart

The green heart can mean either jealousy or healthy living.

💜 Purple Heart

Compassion or love. Sometimes even wealth and showing off.

💙 Blue Heart

Trust, harmony and peace. Can also be used to show support for Autism Awareness.

🧡 Orange Heart

Indicates feelings of comfort and serenity. Send this to a friend to show support and encouragement.

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And of course all of these hearts have hidden meanings too! Submit your own definitions and share your hidden meanings with others!