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Field Hockey
feeld hok-ee
Definitions
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Sports ยท Team Game
Common
Represents the sport of field hockey, played with curved sticks and a small ball on grass or artificial turf. Used to discuss the sport, matches, or related activities.
Commonly used by players, fans, and in sports-related discussions. Popular in Commonwealth countries.
Got my new ๐ stick today! Can't wait for practice tomorrow.
WhatsApp message between teammates
National ๐ championships this weekend! Who's watching?
Social media post
Field hockey has strong cultural significance in countries like India, Pakistan, Australia, and the UK, where it's a major competitive sport.
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Activities ยท Recreation
Uncommon
Used to represent physical activity, sports in general, or school/college athletic programs when field hockey is part of the curriculum.
Sometimes used in lists of sports activities or in educational contexts.
After-school activities this term: ๐ ๐ ๐โโ๏ธ ๐ญ
School newsletter
In many schools, especially in Commonwealth countries, field hockey is a standard part of physical education programs.
Evolution Timeline
2016
Added to Unicode 9.0 as part of expanded sports emoji set ahead of Rio Olympics.
Growing demand for diverse sports representation in emoji sets.
2018
Usage spike during Commonwealth Games on Gold Coast, Australia.
Major international field hockey tournament driving social media conversations.
Cultural Context
In North America, 'hockey' typically refers to ice hockey, while this emoji represents field hockey, which is more popular in Commonwealth countries.
Field hockey has different gender associations across regions. In many Western countries, it's seen as predominantly women's sport at school level, while globally it's played equally by men and women.
Field hockey is one of the oldest team sports, with evidence of ancient versions played in Egypt, Persia, and Greece dating back thousands of years.
Regional Variations
Australia
Regularly used in Australia where field hockey is a popular sport known simply as 'hockey'.
United Kingdom
Common in school and university contexts where field hockey is a popular team sport, especially among women.
India
Widely used in India where field hockey is the national sport with significant cultural importance.
Generational Usage
Gen_X: Less frequent usage, mainly in contexts of children's activities or watching international competitions.
Gen_Z: Used to highlight school or university team participation. Common in Instagram Stories about matches or training.
Older: Rarely used except by those with specific interest in the sport or with grandchildren who play.
Millennials: Used by active players and in nostalgic contexts about school sports. Appears in fitness tracking app shares.
Common Combinations
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Field hockey championship or tournament victory
Used during major competitions like Olympics or World Cup
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Indian field hockey or national team
References India's strong field hockey tradition and national sport
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Training for field hockey or athletic prowess in the sport
Used by players to show dedication to practice and improvement