๐ง๐น๐ง๐น Flag of Bhutan EmojiUnicode: 1F1E7 1F1F9
Symbol for Bhutan's national flag.
Released in First added in Emoji 1.0 with the Unicode 6.0 release in 2010.
Meaning and Interpretation
"The ๐ง๐น Flag of Bhutan emoji represents the official national flag of Bhutan. It is a recognizable symbol of the Kingdom of Bhutan, a small landlocked country located in the Eastern Himalayas. The emoji is commonly used to convey topics around the countryโs culture, people, and tourist attractions."
Symbolism
- The flag's unique design, divided diagonally from the lower hoist-side corner, features a white dragon called the Druk, symbolizing the country's nickname 'The Land of the Thunder Dragon.'
- The yellow half signifies Bhutan's civil tradition, the secular authority of the monarchy.
- The orange half represents the spiritual traditions of Tibetan Buddhism prevalent in the country.
Common Usage Scenarios
- Discussing travel plans to Bhutan.
- Referring to Bhutanese culture, history, or people.
- Used in conversations around world flags or South Asia.
Usage Examples in Conversation
Usage Guidelines and Etiquette
- Use it when referring directly to the country Bhutan, its culture, or people.
- Be mindful that this emoji represents a specific national flag and should not be used generically as a flag symbol.
- Avoid using the flag emoji in viewpoints that could be considered disrespectful or out of context in relation to the countryโs values.
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