Skull and Crossbones

A classic skull and two bones crossed behind it, symbolizing danger or poison.

The Skull and Crossbones emoji depicts a classic symbol of danger, toxicity, or deadly threat. It’s often used to represent something literally or metaphorically poisonous—whether it’s chemicals, attitudes, or situations.

Common uses include:

• Warning about danger, bad vibes, or toxicity
• Dark humor or dramatic flair
• Expressing metaphorical “death” from cringe, stress, or embarrassment
• Spooky or pirate-themed content

☠️ is more intense and serious than 💀 (Skull), and can carry a threatening or satirical edge. It’s sometimes used in memes for exaggerated negativity (“This job is killing me ☠️”) or to call out harmful behavior.