šØšØšØšØ Cocos (Keeling) Islands Flag Emoji EmojiUnicode: 1F1E8 1F1E8
Flag of Cocos Islands
Released in The šØšØ emoji was added as part of Unicode 6.0 in 2010 and included in Emoji 1.0 in 2015.
Meaning and Interpretation
"The šØšØ emoji represents the national flag of the Cocos (Keeling) Islands, a small Australian external territory located in the Indian Ocean. The flag features a green background with a gold palm tree inside a crescent moon and stars, symbolizing the tropical nature of the islands and their connection to Australia."
Symbolism
- Tropical paradise: The palm tree and green color represent the islands' lush and tropical environment.
- Connection to Australia: The flag reflects the islands' status as an external Australian territory.
- Remote location: The Cocos (Keeling) Islands are located far from the Australian mainland, emphasizing their remoteness and uniqueness.
Common Usage Scenarios
- Expressing interest or discussing the Cocos (Keeling) Islands as a travel destination.
- Indicating a connection or relation to the Cocos (Keeling) Islands in personal or business contexts.
- Using in conversations about tropical or remote locations.
Usage Examples in Conversation
Usage Guidelines and Etiquette
- Primarily used when referring to the Cocos (Keeling) Islands, avoid using this emoji when discussing other island nations.
- Make sure the context is clear, especially if your audience may not be familiar with the flag.
- As this emoji represents a specific location, avoid using it in a generalized sense for all tropical or beach destinations.
Related Emojis
Globe Showing Asia-Australia
Indicates a conversation about places in the Asia-Pacific region, including the Cocos Islands.
Airplane Departure
Often used in discussions of travel to remote destinations like the Cocos (Keeling) Islands.
Round Pushpin
Used to mark or identify a specific location, such as the Cocos (Keeling) Islands on a map.
Fishing Pole
Represents one of the activities enjoyed by visitors in the waters near the Cocos (Keeling) Islands.