star Emoji
The ⭐ star symbol (U+2B50) is used to highlight, praise, or represent a star in sky-themed text.
U+2B50
The ⭐ symbol is a simple star mark often used to draw attention to something special. It’s commonly seen in ratings, promotions, and “favorite” lists. Below you’ll find meanings, copy options, and practical examples.
star Emoji Meaning
The ⭐ star symbol most commonly signals emphasis and approval. You’ll see it in rating systems (for reviews or scores), to mark favorites or highlights, and to make important items stand out in lists. In casual writing and social media, it can imply “special,” “excellent,” or “worth noting,” thanks to its bright, positive association. Because it’s also a sky-themed character, it may appear in content about stars, astronomy, weather, or nighttime themes. In design, it works well as a compact visual cue that adds personality without taking much space.
Common uses
- •Star ratings for reviews, feedback, and product scores
- •Highlighting featured content, top picks, or recommended items
- •Marking favorites in lists, bookmarks, or wishlists
- •Decorative emphasis in announcements, promos, and cards
- •Adding a sky or astronomy accent in captions and storytelling
Examples
⭐ Star Symbol (U+2B50)
- ⭐Rated 5 ⭐ for comfort and fit.
- ⭐Our ⭐ of the day: the bestseller everyone loves.
- ⭐Top picks: ⭐ Starters, ⭐ Desserts, ⭐ Drinks.
- ⭐Check out this guide ⭐—it’s super helpful.
- ⭐Look up tonight: a bright ⭐ in the sky.
Variations
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Technical codes
| Unicode | U+2B50 | |
| HTML Entity | ⭐ | |
| HTML Code | ⭐ | |
| CSS | \2B50 | |
| Alt Code | Alt + 11088 | |
| Decimal | 11088 |
How to type star Emoji (⭐)
On Windows
Hold Alt and type 11088 on the numeric keypad. In Word, type 2B50 then press Alt + X.
On Mac
Switch to the Unicode Hex Input keyboard, then hold Option and type 2B50. Or press Control + Command + Space and search.
On Linux
Press Control + Shift + U, type 2b50, then press Enter or Space.
Anywhere
Copy ⭐ with the button above and paste it wherever you need it — this works on every device and in every app, with no keyboard shortcut to remember.
FAQ
What does the star emoji mean?
The ⭐ star symbol most commonly signals emphasis and approval. You’ll see it in rating systems (for reviews or scores), to mark favorites or highlights, and to make important items stand out in lists. In casual writing and social media, it can imply “special,” “excellent,” or “worth noting,” thanks to its bright, positive association. Because it’s also a sky-themed character, it may appear in content about stars, astronomy, weather, or nighttime themes. In design, it works well as a compact visual cue that adds personality without taking much space.
What Unicode character is the ⭐ symbol?
The ⭐ symbol is Unicode STAR with code point U+2B50.
How can I copy the ⭐ star symbol?
Select and copy ⭐ from this page, or use the provided HTML entity (⭐) and escapes in your code.
Does ⭐ have a specific meaning in text?
Most often it means something is “special” or “high quality,” and it’s widely used for star ratings and highlights.
Where is the ⭐ symbol typically used?
You’ll commonly see it in ratings, reviews, recommended lists, social media captions, and decorative UI elements.