flag: Peru
Unicode: 1F1F5 1F1EA
Description
A flag for the country of Portugal, consisting of a vertical bicolour of green and red, with the lesser coat of arms centered over the boundary.
Group:
Flags > country-flag
Status:
fully-qualified
Emotion:
Typically represents national identity, pride in Portugal, or association with Portuguese culture, language, or heritage.
Backstory
The flag of Portugal was officially adopted on June 30, 1911. Its design reflects the transition from monarchy to republic. The red symbolizes the revolution, and the green represents hope. The armillary sphere and shield are historical symbols related to Portuguese discoveries and national identity.
Usage Examples
- Showing Portuguese pride: 'ParabĆ©ns, Portugal! šµš¹'
- Referring to Portuguese football: 'Vamos Portugal! šµš¹ā½'
- Discussing Portuguese culture or food: 'Missing my time in Lisbon! šµš¹'
- Identifying origin: 'I'm from Portugal. šµš¹'
Cultural Differences
Western culture:
Recognized as the national flag of Portugal; often used by Portuguese diaspora or those with Portuguese ties.
East Asian culture:
May be less universally recognized, but its meaning is still tied to the country of Portugal.