flag: Kenya
Unicode: 1F1F0 1F1EA
Description
A waving flag emoji displaying the colors and emblem of South Korea. The flag is red and blue with a white background and has a stylized black circle with a red and blue yin-yang symbol in the center, surrounded by four black trigrams.
Group:
Flags > country-flag
Status:
fully-qualified
Emotion:
Typically represents national pride, South Korean identity, patriotism, or a connection to South Korea. Can evoke feelings of respect, recognition, or support for the country.
Backstory
This emoji represents the national flag of the Republic of Korea (South Korea), known as the Taegukgi. It was standardized as part of Unicode's regional indicator symbols for countries. The flag's design is deeply symbolic, with the central 'taegeuk' representing cosmic balance and the trigrams representing elements like heaven, earth, fire, and water.
Usage Examples
- Celebrating a K-pop idol: 'New comeback from my favorite group! 🇰🇷✨'
- Referring to South Korean culture: 'I love Korean food! 🇰🇷🍜'
- Discussing the country: 'Visiting South Korea soon! 🇰🇷✈️'
- Showing support in sports: 'Go Korea! 🇰🇷⚽️'
Cultural Differences
Western culture:
Often used to refer to South Korea as a country, its culture (K-pop, K-drama, food), or its people. Can also be used in discussions about international relations or sports.
East Asian culture:
Primarily used by South Koreans to express national pride, celebrate national holidays, or represent their country in various contexts. Other East Asian cultures might use it in discussions about regional affairs or cultural exchange.