Why Emojis Are Only Yellow Coloured?

Zee Media Bureau
Jul 12, 2024

Emojis have become a communication method these days. People use emojis to make their chats look attractive, connecting and add more value to the sentence.

There is no specific reason to justify the yellow colour of most of the emojis, although some of them are of different colours also, but people on the Quora website have answered it:

Skin Tone

Yellow emojis match our skin tone which makes them a relatable symbol for identity.

Smiling Faces

One user wrote, When we smile or laugh, our faces appear yellowish, which inspired the colour choice for emojis.

Bright Colour

Yellow is a bright colour that shows facial details clearly, making it perfect for emojis to convey emotions.

Happiness And Positivity

Yellow represents happiness and positivity, making it a fitting colour for emojis.

Yellow Stands Out

Yellow stands out against black or white text, making it a practical choice for emojis in digital communication.

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