๐ฐ๐ฒ๐ฐ๐ฒ Flag of Comoros Emoji EmojiUnicode: 1F1F0 1F1F2
The national flag of Comoros.
Released in This emoji was officially added in 2010 as part of Unicode 6.0 and Emoji 1.0.
Meaning and Interpretation
"The ๐ฐ๐ฒ emoji represents the national flag of the Union of Comoros, an island nation located in the Indian Ocean off the eastern coast of Africa. It is a colorful quadrilateral flag divided into four horizontal stripes: yellow, white, red, and blue, from top to bottom. The flag also features a green triangle on the left with a white crescent and four stars, symbolizing the nation's Islam faith and the four main islands of Comoros. This emoji is often used to represent the country, its people, culture, or as a form of national pride."
Symbolism
- The crescent and stars represent Islam, the predominant religion in Comoros.
- Each stripe of the flag represents the main islands of the nation: Grande Comore (Yellow), Mohรฉli (White), Anjouan (Red), and Mayotte (Blue).
- The green triangle symbolizes hope and the natural beauty of the islands.
Common Usage Scenarios
- When discussing Comoros or events associated with the country.
- During international sports events where the Comoros team participates, such as football or the Olympics.
- To express national pride during cultural or historical celebrations like Independence Day.
Usage Examples in Conversation
Usage Guidelines and Etiquette
- Use ๐ฐ๐ฒ when referring specifically to Comoros or something related to the country.
- Avoid using this emoji if you are referring to a different African country to prevent confusion.
- Be mindful of the cultural and religious significance tied to Comoros when using its flag.
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