flag: Western Sahara
Unicode: 1F1EA 1F1ED
Description
A rectangular flag representing the country of Spain, consisting of three horizontal stripes: red, yellow (twice the height of the red), and red, with the Spanish coat of arms shifted towards the hoist side on the yellow stripe.
Group:
Flags > country-flag
Status:
fully-qualified
Emotion:
Typically represents national pride, cultural affiliation, or geographic connection to Spain. Can also be used in contexts related to Spanish culture, language, sports, or tourism.
Backstory
The flag of Spain has a rich history, with the current design officially adopted in 1785 by King Charles III for the Spanish Navy and later becoming the national flag. The coat of arms on the yellow stripe includes symbols representing the ancient kingdoms of Spain: Castile, León, Aragon, Navarre, and Granada, with the Bourbon fleurs-de-lis in the center.
Usage Examples
- Celebrating Spanish football victories: '¡España Campeona! 🇪🇸⚽'
- Referring to Spanish cuisine: 'Paella night! 🇪🇸😋'
- Discussing travel to Spain: 'Dreaming of my next trip to Barcelona! 🇪🇸'
- Representing Spanish language or culture: 'Learning Spanish! Hola! 🇪🇸'
Cultural Differences
Western culture:
Widely recognized as the flag of Spain, used in contexts ranging from sports events to political discussions. Its use is generally straightforward.
Spain:
Carries deep national significance, especially during national holidays, sporting events, or in discussions about Spanish identity and heritage. Can evoke strong feelings of patriotism.