๐ sunset Emoji - Copy & Paste Free
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What Does the ๐ sunset Emoji Mean?
๐ shows a warm-lit city skyline with the sun dipping toward the horizon, its sky washed in reds and oranges. Officially named 'sunset,' it captures that golden-hour glow over urban rooftops. People reach for it to mark the close of a day, evoke calm after busy hours, or lend a nostalgic, cinematic mood to evening thoughts and photos.
At a Glance
| Name | ๐ sunset |
|---|---|
| Unicode Codepoint | U+1F307 |
| Category | Travel & Places |
| Introduced | Unicode 6.0 ยท iOS 6.0+ |
| Also Known As | city_sunrise |
Last updated: September 2026
sunset on Different Platforms
This emoji may look different across platforms. Here is how sunset emoji appears on popular platforms:
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About sunset Emoji
Usage: Drop ๐ on a rooftop-bar photo, an end-of-shift text, or a caption about winding down. It pairs well with beach and skyline shots, works for reflective 'that's a wrap on today' posts, and suits messages about slowing down, city travel, or simply appreciating a beautiful evening sky.
Approved under Unicode 6.0 in 2010, drawn from Japanese carrier sets where distinct sunrise and sunset city scenes existed. Confusingly, its alias is 'city_sunrise,' so the same warm-toned skyline gets read as either dawn or dusk depending on the viewer.
What Does the ๐ sunset Emoji Mean?
The ๐ emoji is part of the Travel & Places category. It is commonly used in digital communication to visually represent sunset.
First introduced in Unicode 6.0, this emoji has become a staple in everyday messaging across platforms including iOS, Android, WhatsApp, and social media.
You may also find this emoji by searching for its alternative names: city_sunrise.
Word Associations
People often pair the ๐ sunset emoji with these words and ideas:
sunset Emoji in Other Languages
How to say the ๐ sunset emoji name around the world:
| English | ๐sunset |
|---|---|
| Espaรฑol | ๐atardecer |
| Franรงais | ๐coucher de soleil |
| Deutsch | ๐Sonnenuntergang |
| ๆฅๆฌ่ช | ๐ๆฅๆฒก |
| ไธญๆ | ๐ๆฅ่ฝ |
| เคนเคฟเคจเฅเคฆเฅ | ๐เคธเฅเคฐเฅเคฏเคพเคธเฅเคค |
| ุงูุนุฑุจูุฉ | ๐ุบุฑูุจ ุงูุดู ุณ |
Emoji names are based on the Unicode CLDR short names for each language.
Platform Support
This emoji is supported on iOS 6.0+, Android, Windows, macOS, and all major social media platforms including WhatsApp, Twitter, Instagram, Discord, Facebook, and TikTok.
How to Copy ๐
Simply click the "Copy" button above to copy ๐ sunset emoji to your clipboard. You can then paste it anywhere - in text messages, social media posts, emails, or documents. Works on all devices and platforms!
Technical Details
Use these code snippets to add the ๐ sunset emoji in your projects:
U+1F307🌇🌇content: '\1F307';"\u{1F307}""\U0001F307""\uD83C\uDF07""\uD83C\uDF07""\u{1F307}""\u{1F307}"Use these codes to insert the sunset emoji in HTML, CSS, or JavaScript. Perfect for web developers and designers.
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๐ sunset Emoji in Real Chats
Here's how people use the ๐ sunset emoji in everyday messages, captions and comments:
- โsunset? Say less ๐โ: a quick reaction that works in any DM or group chat.
- โThis is such a Travel & Places moment ๐โ: perfect for texts, Stories and captions.
- โ๐๐๐โ: stack the sunset emoji for extra emphasis and vibes.
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Here are some practical ways to use the ๐ sunset emoji in your messages:
- Made it to the observation deck just as the light turned gold ๐
- Long day, but this view from the office window ๐ made it worth it.
- Nothing beats a rooftop coffee while the city glows ๐
Frequently Asked Questions
Is ๐ a sunrise or a sunset?
Its official Unicode name is 'sunset over buildings,' but its alias is 'city_sunrise,' so it's genuinely used for both. Context decides: a 'goodnight' caption reads it as dusk, an early-morning post reads it as dawn.
How is ๐ different from ๐?
๐ shows the sun still visible with warm reds and oranges over the skyline, while ๐ depicts a city at dusk with the sun mostly set and cooler purple tones. ๐ feels brighter and earlier in the transition.
When should I use ๐?
Use it for golden-hour city photos, end-of-day messages, rooftop or travel posts, and reflective captions about closing out the day. It adds warmth and a cinematic, nostalgic feel to evening content.
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