🇧🇷
Flag of Brazil
flæg əv brəˈzɪl
Definitions
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Flags · National
Very Common
The national flag of Brazil, featuring a green field with a yellow rhombus containing a blue circle with white stars and a white band with the national motto.
Used to represent Brazil, its people, culture, language, or any reference to the country in digital communication.
Can't wait for my trip to 🇧🇷 next month! Anyone been to Rio?
Social media travel post
Watching 🇧🇷 vs 🇦🇷 in the Copa América final tonight!
Sports discussion
My Portuguese teacher is from 🇧🇷 and she makes the best pão de queijo!
WhatsApp message
The Brazilian flag symbolizes the nation's independence, natural resources, and night sky. Its motto 'Ordem e Progresso' means 'Order and Progress'.
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Culture · Identity
Common
Used to express Brazilian identity, heritage, or cultural pride, often in contexts celebrating Brazilian achievements or traditions.
Frequently used by Brazilians abroad to identify themselves or by fans of Brazilian culture.
Born in the US but my heart belongs to 🇧🇷! #BrazilianRoots
Instagram caption
Just won gold at the championships! 🥇🇧🇷 #ProudBrazilian
Athlete's social media post
Brazil's cultural identity is strongly tied to its flag, which appears at sporting events, cultural celebrations, and political expressions.
Evolution Timeline
2014
Usage spiked during FIFA World Cup hosted in Brazil, becoming associated with both national pride and protests.
Global attention on Brazil during major sporting event
2016
Second major usage spike during Rio Olympics, cementing the emoji as a symbol of Brazilian sporting achievement.
Olympics in Rio de Janeiro showcasing Brazilian culture globally
2018
Increasingly used in political contexts during Brazilian elections, reflecting national division.
Contentious presidential election polarizing Brazilian society
Cultural Context
The Brazilian flag was adopted in 1889 after the establishment of the republic. Its stars represent the night sky over Rio de Janeiro on November 15, 1889.
The flag has become both a unifying symbol and, in recent years, sometimes politically divisive as different groups claim it to represent their vision of Brazil.
The flag contains the Portuguese phrase 'Ordem e Progresso' (Order and Progress), inspired by positivist philosophy that influenced Brazil's founders.
During major sporting events, usage of the Brazil flag emoji can increase by over 1000% on social media platforms globally.
Regional Variations
United Kingdom
Associated with Brazilian football, music (especially bossa nova and samba), and culinary influences.
United States
Often associated with Brazilian communities in major cities, soccer/football teams, and cultural events like Carnival.
Generational Usage
Gen_X: Used more sparingly, typically for formal national references, sports events, or business connections to Brazil.
Gen_Z: Often used alongside sports, music references, or Brazilian TikTok trends. Frequently appears in content about Brazilian funk music and gaming communities.
Older: Limited usage, primarily for direct references to the country in travel or news contexts.
Millennials: Commonly used for travel posts, World Cup commentary, and cultural references. Often appears in food posts and music festival content.
Common Combinations
🇧🇷⚽
Brazilian football/soccer, often referencing the national team (Seleção).
Brazil has won the FIFA World Cup five times and football is deeply embedded in national identity.
🇧🇷🎭
Brazilian Carnival or cultural celebrations.
References the world-famous carnival celebrations in Rio, Salvador, and other Brazilian cities.
🇧🇷🌴
Brazilian beaches or tropical landscapes.
Represents Brazil's famous coastline including Copacabana, Ipanema, and other iconic beaches.
🇧🇷❤️
Love for Brazil or Brazilian heritage pride.
Used by Brazilians abroad or Brazil enthusiasts to express affection for the country.
🇧🇷🥘
Brazilian cuisine or food culture.
References Brazilian dishes like feijoada, churrasco, pão de queijo, or açaí.
Related Emojis
⚽
Brazil is strongly associated with football/soccer excellence.
🎭
Represents Brazilian Carnival, one of the country's most famous cultural events.
🌴
Associated with Brazil's tropical beaches and Amazon rainforest.
💃
Often used to represent samba and Brazilian dance culture.
🇵🇹
Portugal flag, representing the colonial history and shared language.