⭐ Star Emoji — Official Name
A shining star
About the Name
Star: A shining star. Often used in contexts related to star, shine, night.
The official Unicode name for ⭐ is "Star". This name is standardised by the Unicode Consortium and is consistent across all platforms. The shortcode :star: is the common alias used in Slack, GitHub, and Discord.
Examples
- "Just finished my workout! ⭐" — showing accomplishment
- "This is star ⭐" — expressing a shining star
- Pair with other emojis to enhance meaning
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the ⭐ Star Emoji mean?
Star: A shining star. Often used in contexts related to star, shine, night.
What is the Unicode for ⭐?
The Unicode code point for Star Emoji is U+2B50. It was added in Unicode version 5.1.
What is the shortcode for ⭐ Star Emoji?
The shortcode for Star Emoji is :star:. You can use this in platforms like Slack, GitHub, and Discord.
How do I copy and paste ⭐?
Click the "Copy" button on this page to instantly copy ⭐ Star Emoji to your clipboard. You can then paste it anywhere — texts, emails, social media, or documents.
What category is the ⭐ emoji in?
The Star Emoji (⭐) belongs to the "Animals & Nature" emoji category, specifically the "sky-weather" subcategory.
Does ⭐ look different on iPhone vs Android?
Yes — Star Emoji can look slightly different across platforms. Apple, Google, Samsung, Twitter, and Facebook each design their own emoji sets, so the visual style may vary while the meaning remains the same.