Play Button

A right-pointing triangle.

The ▶️ Play Button emoji represents starting or resuming media playback. It’s used literally for music, videos, or games, and figuratively to mean “let’s start,” “move forward,” or “go ahead.” In casual chats, it can also be a signal to begin an activity or conversation.

• Represents starting media or actions.
• Used in entertainment, work, and motivational contexts.
• Can symbolize initiation, progress, or readiness.