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Woman Swimming
WOO-muhn SWIM-ing
Definitions
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Sports ยท Activity
Common
Depicts a woman swimming, typically shown in profile view with arms extended in a freestyle or front crawl swimming position.
Used to represent swimming as an activity, sport, or hobby specifically performed by women.
Just finished my morning laps ๐โโ๏ธ Feeling energized!
Social media post about exercise
So proud of Emma! She won her first swimming competition today ๐โโ๏ธ๐ฅ
Messaging app conversation
Often associated with fitness, athleticism, summer activities, and aquatic sports competitions.
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Recreation ยท Lifestyle
Common
Represents recreational swimming, water-based leisure activities, or vacation activities involving swimming.
Used to indicate swimming plans, swimming locations, or swimming as a vacation activity.
Perfect day at the beach ๐๏ธ ๐โโ๏ธ ๐น
Instagram vacation post
Associated with summer, beaches, pools, and relaxation in many Western cultures.
Evolution Timeline
2016
Introduction of gendered profession emojis including woman swimming
Push for gender equality in emoji representation
2018
Increased usage during Summer Olympics, highlighting female athletic representation
Growing focus on women's sports and athletic achievement
Cultural Context
The woman swimming emoji emerged as part of efforts to create gender balance in activity and profession emojis, reflecting broader social movements for gender equality.
Younger users often employ this emoji to showcase active lifestyles and fitness achievements on social media platforms.
In coastal countries and regions with strong swimming cultures (Australia, California, Mediterranean countries), this emoji appears more frequently in everyday communication.
Regional Variations
Australia
Commonly used in reference to beach swimming, surf lifesaving, and ocean activities.
United States
Often associated with competitive swimming and swim teams, particularly in high school and college contexts.
Generational Usage
Gen_X: Used practically to indicate swimming plans or activities, often in family vacation contexts.
Gen_Z: Frequently used on TikTok and Instagram to highlight fitness routines, beach days, and athletic achievements.
Older: Less frequently used, but may appear in messages about grandchildren's swimming activities or water exercise classes.
Millennials: Often used to indicate workout activities, vacation plans, or parenting contexts like children's swim lessons.
Common Combinations
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Competitive swimming achievement or winning a swimming competition
Used to celebrate athletic achievements in swimming competitions
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Beach swimming or ocean swimming activities
Popular vacation or summer activity, especially in coastal regions
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Swimming as exercise or fitness activity
Part of fitness culture and workout routines
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Swimming in natural bodies of water like oceans or lakes
Often used in summer and vacation contexts