Snapchat has become one of the most popular social media platforms, especially among young people. With its fun filters and disappearing messages, Snapchat offers a casual way to share moments with friends.
One of the app‘s unique features is the use of emojis, including fruit emojis, to communicate messages without using words. You may have seen your friends posting snaps with fruit emojis and wondered, "what does this fruit mean on Snapchat?"
In this beginner‘s guide, we‘ll walk you through the meanings behind popular fruit emojis on Snapchat and how they‘re used.
The Origins of Fruit Emojis on Snapchat
Posting fruit emojis on Snapchat started as an insider trend, mostly among high school girls, back in 2016. It began as a way for Snapchatters to subtly communicate their relationship status without having to announce it outright.
The trend caught on, and using fruit emojis to represent romantic relationships, dating preferences and more has become wildly popular on the platform among all genders and age groups.
While the meanings of fruit emojis aren‘t definite, there are some common interpretations that most Snapchat users agree on. But just like spoken language, emoji use on Snapchat can certainly vary between friend groups or across different regions.
Decoding Fruit Emojis on Snapchat Stories & Profiles
So what do the different fruit emojis actually mean? Here‘s your official decoder ring:
Cherry – In a relationship
Apple – Engaged
Banana – Married
Pineapple – It‘s complicated
Raspberry – Don‘t want to commit
Strawberry – Single
Blueberry – Single and happy about it
Peach – Looking for hookups
Avocado – I’m the better half
Raisin – Want to get married
Watermelon – Ready for adventure
As you can see, fruit emojis are most often used to indicate relationship status, with each one signifying a different stage on the relationship spectrum from "happily single" to "married".
Single friends hoping for some summer lovin‘ might post the watermelon emoji over pictures from their beach trips, while those in brand new relationships may decorate their snaps with cheerful cherries. Peaches make flirty appearances in snaps showing off hot new looks before a night out on the town.
It‘s an easy way for Snapchatters to provide some personal context without having to explicitly announce anything.
Fruit Emojis Beyond Relationship Statuses
In addition to romance, Snapchat fruit emojis can represent other states of being. Some examples include:
Grapes – Feeling flirty
Tangerine – Feeling sassy
Peach – Feeling confident
Banana – Phallic symbol
Strawberry – Appreciating the little things in life
As with any emoji use, perceptions can vary from person to person. Not everyone using a peach could be looking for a steamy hookup. Some may just have peachy friendships they‘re grateful for!
Pro Tip: If you‘re not sure how someone is using a fruit emoji, don‘t make assumptions. Use context clues in their other Snaps or simply ask them about it!
Open communication is key to avoiding any misunderstandings. The fruit emoji trend is all in good fun, but it shouldn‘t create unnecessary drama – and it doesn‘t have to!
Using Fruit in Your Own Snaps
Want to join in on the fruity fun? Using fruit emojis in your own Snaps is easy:
- Open the Snapchat camera
- Take or upload a photo/video as usual
- Tap the sticker icon and select the fruit emoji that best represents your mood or status
- Resize and place the emoji sticker anywhere in your snap
- Share away and watch your friends try to interpret your meaning!
The great thing about Snapchat is that you‘re completely in control over what you share. Express yourself freely with fruit emojis in a way that feels fun and authentic to you!
And that‘s the tea on fruit emojis, Snapchatters. I hope this beginner‘s guide helps you decipher – and partake in – the fruity Snapping fun. Just remember that above all, kindness and open-hearted communication will keep friendships bearing sweet fruit. 🍓
