Exclamation mark emoji
❗ ‼️ ⁉️ ❕: the emoji exclamation marks, ready to copy, and when they beat a plain “!”.
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What the exclamation mark emoji means
❗ (red exclamation mark) is emphasis you can see: important, urgent, “read this”. ‼️ (double exclamation mark) doubles it and ⁉️ (exclamation question mark) is disbelief — “what?!”. ❕ is the white version. They are used where a plain “!” would disappear: at the start of a bullet, in a headline, or as a reaction. Two of them are text-style symbols that may render as plain characters in some apps.
Unicode name: red exclamation mark · U+2757 · Emoji 0.6 (original set) · group: Symbols.
How people use it
- Important notices: ❗ at the start
- Shock: ‼️ or ⁉️ as a reaction
- Emphasis in lists: ❗ as a bullet
- “Wait, what?!”: ⁉️
Compare the options
| Emoji | Name | Use it for | Watch out for |
|---|---|---|---|
| red exclamation markU+2757 | Important, emphasis | The standard one | |
| double exclamation markU+203C U+FE0F | Double emphasis, shock | May render plain | |
| exclamation question markU+2049 U+FE0F | Disbelief: “what?!” | May render plain | |
| red question markU+2753 | A question | See the question mark guide | |
| warningU+26A0 U+FE0F | See the warning emoji guide |
Nicknames and variations
The red exclamation mark ❗ is often displayed as a white exclamation mark inside a red circle, so you may see it described as a red circle exclamation mark. The double exclamation mark ‼️ is sometimes called “bangbang”, a nickname that reflects its appearance of two marks side by side. These are separate text characters, so a double exclamation mark is not simply two ❗ symbols typed together — you can copy them individually from this page.
Copying and aesthetics
You can copy any exclamation emoji directly from this page — just tap or click the symbol and paste it into your message, caption, or document. Because these are actual text characters, they stay sharp on any device. For a clean look, use a single ❗ or ‼️ rather than a long row of plain exclamation marks; one well-placed mark tends to feel more deliberate.
Exclamation point copy and paste
In American English, the exclamation point emoji is the same ❗ symbol as the exclamation mark emoji. Copy it from the preview above, or select the text version ❗ and paste it anywhere. The double exclamation point emoji ‼️ shows two marks side by side, and the white exclamation point ❕ is a lighter option. All copy as plain text characters, so they keep their meaning when pasted into messages, documents or titles.
Chat examples
Real messages with ❗, and a reply that fits.
they’re engaged ❗
‼️ no way
urgent ❗
calling now
what ⁉️
I know
Questions people ask
What does ‼️ mean?
Strong emphasis or shock — the emoji version of “!!”.
Why does ‼️ show as plain text?
It is a text-style symbol; some apps ignore the variation selector. ❗ is a dedicated emoji and shows in red everywhere.
Is there a yellow exclamation mark emoji?
No, there is no dedicated yellow exclamation mark emoji. The warning sign ⚠️ is yellow and contains an exclamation mark, and the white exclamation mark ❕ is the light alternative to the red ❗.
What does “bangbang” refer to?
“Bangbang” is sometimes used as a nickname for the double exclamation mark emoji ‼️. The name reflects the look of two exclamation marks side by side; the emoji itself often signals strong emphasis or surprise.
How do I copy and paste the exclamation mark emoji?
Select any exclamation mark emoji from this page — ❗, ‼️, ⁉️, or ❕ — then copy and paste it. On a touch screen you can long-press the emoji to copy it; on a desktop you can use Ctrl+C (Cmd+C on Mac).
Is there a double exclamation mark emoji?
Yes, ‼️ is the double exclamation mark emoji. It shows two exclamation marks side by side and is used for extra strong emphasis or shock.
What is a cool exclamation mark emoji to use?
For a cool exclamation mark, try ❗ in red for classic emphasis, ‼️ for double impact, or ❕ as a subtle white version. You can also pair an exclamation mark with other symbols like 💥 or ✨ to make it stand out.
About this guide
Written and maintained by the Emoji Directory editorial team, without ads or sponsorship. Meanings describe how the emoji is commonly used in public posts and messages, not an official definition. Names, code points, versions, keywords and translations come from the Unicode Emoji 18.0 and CLDR data; shortcodes from the gemoji project. Last reviewed . Spotted a mistake or a new usage? Tell us, or read how the directory is made.
