[{"emoji": "🔇", "name": "Muted Speaker", "variations": ["🔇"], "description": "A gray speaker icon with a small “X” next to it, indicating no sound.", "meaning": "The <strong>🔇 Muted Speaker</strong> emoji represents <strong>silence, no audio, or muting</strong>. It’s often used literally to show something is muted, like a video call or music, or figuratively to suggest quietness or keeping something secret. In social media and texting, it can also imply ignoring someone or intentionally staying silent.<ul><li>Represents muted audio or no sound.</li><li>Used for silence, quiet moments, or “muting” situations.</li><li>Can suggest secrecy, avoidance, or staying out of a conversation.</li></ul>", "example": "\"Muting the group chat for some peace 🔇\""}, {"emoji": "🔊", "name": "Speaker", "variations": ["🔉🔈"], "description": "A black speaker with three curved sound waves coming from it.", "meaning": "The <strong>🔊 Speaker High Volume</strong> emoji depicts <strong>audio being played at full volume</strong>. It’s used to indicate loud music, announcements, or excitement. It can also be playful, representing “turning things up” in energy or mood. Variations include:<ul><li><strong>🔈 Speaker Low Volume</strong> – Minimal sound or quiet settings.</li><li><strong>🔉 Speaker Medium Volume</strong> – Moderate sound level.</li><li><strong>🔊 Speaker High Volume</strong> – Loud or maximum sound.</li></ul>These can be used literally for audio settings or figuratively to show emotional “volume” (from calm to hyped).", "example": "\"Turn it up 🔊\""}, {"emoji": "📢", "name": "Loudspeaker", "variations": ["📢"], "description": "A public address loudspeaker with a silver horn and sound waves.", "meaning": "The <strong>📢 Loudspeaker</strong> emoji represents <strong>broadcast announcements, public alerts, and amplifying information</strong>. It’s often used to indicate important news, reminders, or calls to attention. Figuratively, it can mean “making something known” loudly or widely, whether in person or online. It’s also common in marketing, promotional, or event contexts.<ul><li>Represents announcements and public address systems.</li><li>Used in marketing, event, or alert messages.</li><li>Can symbolize speaking up or making something public.</li></ul>", "example": "\"Big news dropping later today 📢\""}, {"emoji": "📣", "name": "Megaphone", "variations": ["📣"], "description": "A red and white handheld megaphone facing right.", "meaning": "The <strong>📣 Megaphone</strong> emoji represents <strong>cheering, rallying, and making loud announcements</strong>. It’s often associated with sports events, protests, or motivational contexts. Figuratively, it can mean “spreading the word” or amplifying a cause, opinion, or excitement. It’s more personal and energetic compared to the formal 📢 loudspeaker.<ul><li>Represents cheering and high-energy announcements.</li><li>Used in sports, activism, or hype-related posts.</li><li>Can symbolize rallying people together or boosting morale.</li></ul>", "example": " \"Join us at the rally this weekend 📣\""}, {"emoji": "📯", "name": "Postal Horn", "variations": ["📯"], "description": "A coiled brass postal horn with a black mouthpiece and a tassel.", "meaning": "The <strong>📯 Postal Horn</strong> emoji depicts <strong>a traditional mail delivery horn</strong> historically used to signal the arrival of postal carriers. Today, it’s often used in contexts about mail, announcements, or old-fashioned communication. Figuratively, it can suggest delivering a message, signaling arrival, or adding a whimsical, vintage touch to a post.<ul><li>Represents postal history and mail delivery.</li><li>Used in playful or vintage-themed contexts.</li><li>Can symbolize announcing something in a charming, old-fashioned way.</li></ul>", "example": "\"Special delivery just arrived 📯\""}, {"emoji": "🔔", "name": "Bell", "variations": ["🔕"], "description": "A classic gold or silver bell with a clapper inside.", "meaning": "The <strong>🔔 Bell</strong> emoji represents <strong>alerts, notifications, or attention</strong>. It’s often used literally to indicate ringing a bell or receiving a reminder. Figuratively, it can mean drawing attention to something important or “ringing the alarm” on an issue. A common variation is the <strong>🔕 Bell with Slash</strong>, which shows a muted bell and represents silencing notifications, quiet mode, or “no alerts.”<ul><li>Represents ringing, notifications, and alerts.</li><li>Used for reminders, announcements, or attention-grabbing moments.</li><li>Variation 🔕 means muted or silenced alerts.</li></ul>", "example": "\"Class starts in 5 minutes—don’t be late! 🔔\""}, {"emoji": "🎼", "name": "Musical Score", "variations": ["🎼"], "description": "A sheet of music with treble clef and multiple musical notes.", "meaning": "The <strong>🎼 Musical Score</strong> emoji represents <strong>written sheet music</strong> and is often associated with musical performances, rehearsals, or music theory. It can be used literally for concerts or practice sessions, or figuratively to suggest harmony, creativity, or working “in tune” with others.<ul><li>Represents written music and musical arrangements.</li><li>Used in contexts about performances, composing, or rehearsals.</li><li>Can symbolize harmony, creativity, and teamwork.</li></ul>", "example": "\"The orchestra sounded amazing tonight 🎼"}, {"emoji": "🎵", "name": "Musical Note", "variations": ["🎵"], "description": "A single eighth note in black.", "meaning": "The <strong>🎵 Musical Note</strong> emoji represents <strong>music, songs, and rhythm</strong>. It’s commonly used to indicate listening to music, singing, or anything related to audio entertainment. Sometimes paired with other music emojis to show mood or style. It’s a casual and versatile way to share music-related excitement.<ul><li>Represents songs, rhythm, and melodies.</li><li>Used in music, entertainment, and pop culture contexts.</li><li>Can convey a fun, upbeat mood or music appreciation.</li></ul>", "example": "\"Can’t stop listening to this track 🎵\""}, {"emoji": "🎶", "name": "Musical Notes", "variations": ["🎶"], "description": "Three black musical notes, two beamed together and one single eighth note.", "meaning": "The <strong>🎶 Musical Notes</strong> emoji represents <strong>music, rhythm, and melody</strong>. It’s often used to convey the idea of listening to or playing music, singing, or enjoying a musical atmosphere. Compared to the single 🎵 Musical Note, 🎶 tends to suggest a livelier or more upbeat tone, often implying multiple instruments or an energetic vibe.<ul><li>Symbolizes songs, performances, and upbeat moods.</li><li>Used in contexts about concerts, playlists, or music recommendations.</li><li>Can represent joy, dancing, and celebration.</li></ul>", "example": "\"This playlist is on repeat all day 🎶\" "}, {"emoji": "🎙️", "name": "Studio Microphone", "variations": ["🎙️"], "description": "A vintage-style studio microphone in silver on a stand.", "meaning": "The <strong>🎙️ Studio Microphone</strong> emoji represents <strong>professional audio recording</strong>, often linked to music studios, radio shows, or podcasts. It’s used in contexts about singing, voice recording, interviews, and broadcasting. Figuratively, it can symbolize having a voice, speaking out, or going “on air.”<ul><li>Represents recording studios, radio, and podcasting.</li><li>Used in music, media, and performance contexts.</li><li>Can symbolize speaking up or going public with an idea.</li></ul>", "example": "\"Recording a new podcast episode today 🎙️\" "}, {"emoji": "🎚️", "name": "Level Slider", "variations": ["🎚️"], "description": "A horizontal control slider with a knob for adjusting levels.", "meaning": "The <strong>🎚️ Level Slider</strong> emoji represents <strong>audio mixing and sound control</strong>. It’s used in contexts about music production, DJing, or adjusting sound settings. Figuratively, it can mean fine-tuning something, balancing elements, or making precise adjustments in life or work.<ul><li>Represents sound mixing and audio engineering.</li><li>Used in music, event production, and tech contexts.</li><li>Can symbolize balancing, adjusting, or fine-tuning anything.</li></ul>", "example": "\"Mixing the final track for release 🎚️\" "}, {"emoji": "🎛️", "name": "Control Knobs", "variations": ["🎛️"], "description": "A panel with three circular control knobs in different positions.", "meaning": "The <strong>🎛️ Control Knobs</strong> emoji represents <strong>audio or equipment control dials</strong> used for adjusting sound, lighting, or other settings. It’s often linked to music production, DJing, or technical setups. Figuratively, it can mean fine-tuning, making adjustments, or customizing something to preference.<ul><li>Represents sound control, mixing, and technical adjustments.</li><li>Used in music, event production, and studio contexts.</li><li>Can symbolize precision, customization, or balancing elements.</li></ul>", "example": "\"Making some fine adjustments to the mix 🎛️\""}, {"emoji": "🎤", "name": "Microphone", "variations": ["🎤"], "description": "A classic handheld microphone with a silver mesh head and black handle.", "meaning": "The <strong>🎤 Microphone</strong> emoji represents <strong>singing, speaking, and live performance</strong>. It’s commonly used in contexts about concerts, karaoke, speeches, or recording. Figuratively, it can symbolize having a voice, expressing oneself, or stepping into the spotlight.<ul><li>Represents singing, public speaking, and live events.</li><li>Used in music, media, and entertainment contexts.</li><li>Can symbolize self-expression, performance, or taking the stage.</li></ul>", "example": "\"Time to share my story with the world 🎤\""}, {"emoji": "🎧", "name": "Headphone", "variations": ["🎧"], "description": "A pair of black over-ear headphones.", "meaning": "The <strong>🎧 Headphone</strong> emoji represents <strong>listening to music, audio work, or personal sound experiences</strong>. It’s often used when talking about playlists, podcasts, or audio production. Figuratively, it can mean tuning out distractions, focusing, or enjoying a private moment with music.<ul><li>Represents music listening, audio work, and sound enjoyment.</li><li>Used in entertainment, tech, and lifestyle contexts.</li><li>Can symbolize focus, immersion, or personal space.</li></ul>", "example": "\"Editing the podcast episodes all afternoon 🎧\""}, {"emoji": "📻", "name": "Radio", "variations": ["📻"], "description": "A portable radio with an antenna and tuning dials.", "meaning": "The <strong>📻 Radio</strong> emoji represents <strong>broadcast radio, music listening, and audio entertainment</strong>. It’s often used in contexts about retro technology, music, or talk shows. Figuratively, it can suggest tuning in, catching up on news, or enjoying nostalgic vibes.<ul><li>Represents radio broadcasts, music, and news.</li><li>Used in entertainment, retro, or tech-related contexts.</li><li>Can symbolize connection, communication, or nostalgia.</li></ul>", "example": "\"Listening to my favorite late-night show 📻\" "}, {"emoji": "🎷", "name": "Saxophone", "variations": ["🎷"], "description": "A gold-colored saxophone with a bent neck and multiple keys.", "meaning": "The <strong>🎷 Saxophone</strong> emoji represents <strong>jazz, blues, and live music performance</strong>. It’s commonly used in contexts about concerts, bands, or music appreciation. Figuratively, it can symbolize smoothness, improvisation, or a cool, laid-back vibe.<ul><li>Represents saxophones, jazz, and live music.</li><li>Used in performance, entertainment, and artistic contexts.</li><li>Can suggest a smooth, stylish, or romantic mood.</li></ul>", "example": "\"Can’t beat the sound of live jazz 🎷\" "}, {"emoji": "🪗", "name": "Accordion", "variations": ["🪗"], "description": "A red-and-white accordion with bellows extended.", "meaning": "The <strong>🪗 Accordion</strong> emoji represents <strong>folk music, cultural traditions, and live performances</strong>. It’s often linked to regional music styles like polka, tango, zydeco, and others. Figuratively, it can evoke feelings of festivity, cultural pride, or nostalgic celebration.<ul><li>Represents accordions and traditional folk instruments.</li><li>Used in cultural, musical, and festive contexts.</li><li>Can symbolize heritage, joy, or community gatherings.</li></ul>", "example": "\"Playing some lively tunes at the festival 🪗\""}, {"emoji": "🎸", "name": "Guitar", "variations": ["🎸"], "description": "A red electric guitar with a sleek body and six strings.", "meaning": "The <strong>🎸 Guitar</strong> emoji represents <strong>guitars, music, and live performances</strong>. It’s often linked to rock, pop, country, and other music genres where guitar is central. It can be used literally to talk about playing guitar or figuratively to evoke creativity, passion, or a lively mood. It’s also common in posts about concerts, bands, and jam sessions.<ul><li>Represents guitars, especially electric ones.</li><li>Used in music, performance, and creative contexts.</li><li>Can symbolize excitement, energy, and artistic expression.</li></ul>", "example": "\"Jamming with friends all weekend 🎸\" "}, {"emoji": "🎹", "name": "Musical Keyboard", "variations": ["🎹"], "description": "A black-and-white piano keyboard with several keys visible.", "meaning": "The <strong>🎹 Musical Keyboard</strong> emoji represents <strong>pianos, synthesizers, and keyboard instruments</strong>. It’s often used in conversations about composing, practicing, or performing music. Figuratively, it can symbolize harmony, creativity, or starting a new artistic project. It works for both classical and modern music contexts.<ul><li>Represents pianos, keyboards, and synthesizers.</li><li>Used in music creation, practice, and performance discussions.</li><li>Can convey creativity, inspiration, or musical talent.</li></ul>", "example": "\"Working on a new song at the piano 🎹\" "}, {"emoji": "🎺", "name": "Trumpet", "variations": ["🎺"], "description": "A gold trumpet with three valves and a curved bell.", "meaning": "The <strong>🎺 Trumpet</strong> emoji represents <strong>brass instruments, jazz, and ceremonial music</strong>. It’s often linked to jazz bands, orchestras, and parades. Figuratively, it can suggest celebration, fanfare, or making a big announcement. It’s also associated with upbeat, festive, or triumphant moods.<ul><li>Represents trumpets, brass bands, and live performances.</li><li>Used in jazz, orchestra, and parade contexts.</li><li>Can symbolize celebration, pride, or major news.</li></ul>", "example": "\"Parade season is here 🎺\""}, {"emoji": "🎻", "name": "Violin", "variations": ["🎻"], "description": "A brown wooden violin with a bow placed diagonally across it.", "meaning": "The <strong>🎻 Violin</strong> emoji represents <strong>classical music, orchestras, and string instruments</strong>. It’s often used in contexts about concerts, music practice, or emotional performances. Figuratively, it can imply melodrama or exaggerated sadness, sometimes humorously.<ul><li>Represents violins, orchestras, and classical performances.</li><li>Used in music, practice, and emotional storytelling contexts.</li><li>Can humorously signal over-the-top drama (“cue the violins”).</li></ul>", "example": "\"Oh no, here comes the sad story 🎻\""}, {"emoji": "🪕", "name": "Banjo", "variations": ["🪕"], "description": "A round-bodied banjo with a long neck and tuning pegs.", "meaning": "The <strong>🪕 Banjo</strong> emoji represents <strong>folk, country, and bluegrass music</strong>. It’s associated with rural traditions, Americana, and upbeat string music. Figuratively, it can evoke a rustic, down-to-earth vibe or lighthearted musical fun.<ul><li>Represents banjos and folk music traditions.</li><li>Used in music, culture, and festival contexts.</li><li>Can convey a fun, laid-back, or country mood.</li></ul>", "example": "\"Jamming at the folk festival this weekend 🪕\" "}, {"emoji": "🥁", "name": "Drum", "variations": ["🥁"], "description": "A red drum with two drumsticks crossed over it.", "meaning": "The <strong>🥁 Drum</strong> emoji represents <strong>drumming, rhythm, and percussion music</strong>. It’s often used in contexts about concerts, music-making, or to symbolize building anticipation (“drum roll please”). It can also suggest excitement or celebration.<ul><li>Represents percussion instruments and rhythmic beats.</li><li>Used for concerts, music, and performance contexts.</li><li>Can symbolize suspense, excitement, or celebrations.</li></ul>", "example": "\"Drum roll, please… 🥁\" "}, {"emoji": "🪘", "name": "Long Drum", "variations": ["🪘"], "description": "A tall cylindrical hand drum with decorative patterns.", "meaning": "The <strong>🪘 Long Drum</strong> emoji represents <strong>traditional hand-played drums</strong> found in many cultures, such as the djembe or conga. It’s linked to cultural celebrations, folk music, and community gatherings. Figuratively, it can evoke togetherness, rhythm, and heritage pride.<ul><li>Represents traditional and folk percussion instruments.</li><li>Used in cultural, musical, and festive contexts.</li><li>Can symbolize unity, rhythm, and cultural roots.</li></ul>", "example": "\"Joining the drum circle at the festival 🪘\""}, {"emoji": "🪇", "name": "Maracas", "variations": ["🪇"], "description": "A pair of colorful maracas with decorated handles.", "meaning": "The <strong>🪇 Maracas</strong> emoji represents <strong>percussion instruments commonly used in Latin American, Caribbean, and folk music</strong>. They’re often associated with rhythm, dance, and festive celebrations. Figuratively, they can symbolize joy, energy, and cultural pride.<ul><li>Represents maracas and rhythmic percussion.</li><li>Used in cultural, musical, and party contexts.</li><li>Can symbolize celebration, liveliness, and fun.</li></ul>", "example": "\"Bringing tropical vibes to the party 🪇\""}, {"emoji": "🪈", "name": "Flute", "variations": ["🪈"], "description": "A slender flute in gold with several finger holes.", "meaning": "The <strong>🪈 Flute</strong> emoji represents <strong>wind instruments used in classical, folk, and contemporary music</strong>. It’s linked to orchestras, traditional performances, and soothing melodies. Figuratively, it can evoke calmness, elegance, and artistic expression.<ul><li>Represents flutes and wind instruments.</li><li>Used in music, cultural, and performance contexts.</li><li>Can symbolize peace, creativity, and refinement.</li></ul>", "example": "\"Practicing my flute solo for the recital 🪈\""}]