The Approve emote is used to express agreement, approval, or support for something said in chat or happening on stream. It conveys a friendly, positive sentiment with its cheerful duck character giving a thumbs-up. The emote serves as a lighthearted way to say "I agree," "good job," "that's correct," or "I support this." Its playful design makes it less formal than a simple thumbs-up emoji, adding a fun, welcoming tone to the approval being expressed.
Origin
The Approve emote originates from the classic yellow rubber duck toy, stylized with a thumbs-up gesture. This emote became popular on Twitch and other streaming platforms as a cheerful, friendly way to show approval or agreement. The rubber duck has been a cultural icon for decades, and its transformation into a thumbs-up emote represents a playful combination of childhood nostalgia and modern internet communication. While not tied to a specific streamer, it gained widespread adoption across Twitch, 7TV, and BTTV platforms in the early 2020s as part of the broader trend of wholesome, positive emotes.
When to use
When a streamer makes a good play or achieves something noteworthy
To agree with a statement or opinion shared in chat
When someone shares a good idea or suggestion
To show support for a streamer's decision or announcement
As a positive response to funny or wholesome moments
When voting or showing approval in chat polls or discussions
