Hourglass

Hourglass with flowing sand inside a simple blue and brown frame.
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What does the Hourglass emoji mean?

The universal symbol for 'I'm waiting on you.'

This classic hourglass emoji is the go-to reaction for when a conversation is stalling or someone is taking forever to reply. It captures that specific feeling of impatient anticipation, whether you're waiting for a game update, a response, or just the end of a long meeting.

When to use it

  • Indicating that you are waiting for replies
  • Expressing impatience during a long loading screen
  • Signaling that time is running out quickly
  • Highlighting a delay in a group project

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How to add this emoji

Add to Discord
  1. Click Download PNG above to save the Hourglass image.
  2. Open Discord and go to Server Settings → Emoji.
  3. Click Upload Emoji and choose the downloaded file.
  4. Give it a name and save. You need the Manage Emojis and Stickers permission.
Add to Slack
  1. Download the Hourglass image.
  2. Open the Slack emoji picker and click Add Emoji.
  3. Upload the file, name it, and save.
Add to Revolt/Stoat
  1. Download the Hourglass image.
  2. Open Server Settings → Emojis in Revolt or Stoat.
  3. Upload the file and name your new emoji.
Add to Guilded
  1. Download the Hourglass image.
  2. Go to Server Settings → Emotes in Guilded.
  3. Upload the file and give it a name.