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Mango
MANG-goh
Definitions
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Food · Fruit
Common
Represents a mango, a sweet tropical fruit with yellow-orange flesh and a large central pit. Used to indicate the actual fruit or tropical themes.
Commonly used when discussing food, tropical destinations, summer, or healthy eating.
Just bought some fresh 🥭 at the market - so juicy!
Personal message
Summer smoothie recipe: 🥭 + 🍌 + 🥥 milk
Recipe sharing
Highly valued in South Asian cultures, particularly India where it's considered the 'king of fruits' and has cultural significance.
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Food · Cultural
Common
Used to represent South Asian or tropical cultures, cuisines, or heritage, particularly Indian culture where mangoes hold special significance.
Often used when discussing Indian food, cultural events, or tropical destinations.
Can't wait for my trip to India next month! 🥭 🇮🇳
Social media post
In many South Asian countries, mangoes are gifted during special occasions and featured in religious ceremonies.
Evolution Timeline
2017
Added to Unicode 10.0 as part of expanded food emoji set.
Growing global interest in diverse cuisines and tropical fruits.
2018
Gained popularity in health and wellness communities as symbol of tropical superfoods.
Rise of smoothie bowls and tropical fruit-based health trends on Instagram.
Cultural Context
In South Asia, particularly India, mangoes are deeply embedded in culture and considered the 'king of fruits.' Different regions take pride in their specific varieties.
Gifting premium mangoes is a significant social gesture in many Asian countries, especially during summer months and business relationships.
The mango emoji is frequently used in food blogging, recipe sharing, and health content across social media platforms.
Regional Variations
India
Holds special cultural significance as India's national fruit. Used frequently in conversations about summer, celebrations, and cultural identity.
United States
Primarily used to indicate the fruit itself or tropical/exotic themes. Popular in health food and smoothie contexts.
Generational Usage
Gen_X: Used practically to indicate the actual fruit or in cooking contexts. Less likely to use in emoji combinations.
Gen_Z: Used in tropical aesthetic posts, smoothie bowl photos, and summer vibes content. Often paired with other bright emojis for visual appeal.
Older: Limited usage, primarily in direct reference to the fruit itself or when discussing gardening and cooking.
Millennials: Commonly used when sharing recipes, health food posts, and discussing tropical getaways. Popular in food delivery app reviews.
Common Combinations
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Mango ice cream or sorbet, a popular summer dessert.
Common in both Western and Asian contexts, representing fusion desserts.
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Spicy mango dishes like Mexican mangonadas or Indian aam panna.
Represents sweet-spicy flavor combinations popular in Latin American and South Asian cuisines.
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Indian mangoes or mango's cultural significance in India.
References India's reputation for exceptional mangoes and their cultural importance.