🇲🇵🇲🇵 Northern Mariana Islands Flag Emoji EmojiUnicode: 1F1F2 1F1F5
The flag of Northern Mariana Islands.
Released in The 🇲🇵 emoji was introduced as part of Emoji 1.0 in 2015, and it is represented in Unicode as U+1F1F2 U+1F1F5.
Meaning and Interpretation
"The 🇲🇵 emoji represents the flag of the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, depicting a star and the traditional wreath symbol on a blue background. It is commonly used when referring to this region in conversations about travel, geography, or regional events."
Symbolism
- The star in the design stands for the Northern Mariana Islands' unity with the United States as a commonwealth.
- The wreath (stylized mwarmwar) symbolizes the local indigenous cultures, particularly the Chamorro and Carolinian tribes.
- The blue background symbolizes the Pacific Ocean, surrounding the islands.
Common Usage Scenarios
- When discussing places to visit in the Northern Mariana Islands.
- Referring to local tribes, culture, or traditions of the Northern Mariana Islands.
- Conversations surrounding U.S. territories and their relationships with the mainland United States.
Usage Examples in Conversation
Usage Guidelines and Etiquette
- Use 🇲🇵 when referring specifically to the Northern Mariana Islands, its people, or its culture.
- Avoid using 🇲🇵 to represent the U.S. as a whole; it is specifically for the Northern Mariana Islands.
- Be sure to distinguish this emoji from other country flag emojis in the Pacific, such as 🇬🇺 (Guam) or 🇫🇲 (Micronesia).
Related Emojis
United States Flag
Represents the United States of America, which the Northern Mariana Islands is a territory of.
Guam Flag
Represents Guam, another U.S. territory in the Pacific, close to the Northern Mariana Islands.
Palau Flag
Represents Palau, another island nation in the general vicinity of the Northern Mariana Islands.
Desert Island
Represents a tropical island, often used when discussing island vacations or remote locations.
Sparkles
Represents excitement or something special, often used when discussing a beautiful island destination like the Northern Mariana Islands.
Wave
Symbolizes the ocean or a body of water, fitting for conversations about islands and beaches, much like the Northern Mariana Islands.
Airplane
Used to symbolize travel, especially when discussing trips to faraway island destinations like the Northern Mariana Islands.
Beach with Umbrella
Represents relaxation and beachside fun, typical of a visit to the Northern Mariana Islands.
Hibiscus
A commonly seen flower in tropical or island environments, symbolizing flora native to areas like the Northern Mariana Islands.
Man Surfing
Represents fun, water sports, and island adventures like surfing on the beaches of the Northern Mariana Islands.