An emoji expert has explained what the peach, aubergine and water droplet emojis really mean - and which ones you should avoid when flirting, as they come off "too strong". Editor-in-chief of Emojipedia Keith Broni, says there are certain emojis people should and shouldn't be using when messaging a love interest.
The expert says that while emojis can be used to "inject a sense of playfulness" with flirtatious banter, the red love heart, eggplant and smiley devil face are best avoided. He also warns of using the likes of the eggplant, peach and water droplet emojis too early on in a potential relationship as they may come off too strong - since they have developed sexual connotations.
Keith claims people should also avoid using the fire emoji, anything with red hearts and the disembodied tongue during the initial stages of dating. "Many emojis now have euphemistic meanings. The eggplant and peach are a no go. As are the water droplets." He said.
