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Click to copyU+1F9F8The teddy bear emoji (🧸) depicts a soft, plush toy, often brown, with a cute, smiling face and stitched limbs. Symbolizing comfort and childhood innocence, it’s frequently used to express affection, nostalgia, or support—a virtual hug in message form. In pop culture, teddy bears feature prominently in bedtime stories and as gifts for loved ones, making them icons of warmth and care. Fun fact: They’re not just for kids; many adults cherish their childhood bears, too, as symbols of cherished memories and emotional comfort! The emoji version is 11, released in 2018.