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Flag of the Bahamas
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Definitions
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National Symbol Β· Geography
Common
The national flag of the Commonwealth of the Bahamas, featuring aquamarine stripes with a black triangle on the left side. Used to represent the Bahamian nation, people, culture, or location.
Commonly used in travel contexts, tourism discussions, international events, and to express Bahamian national pride.
Just booked our vacation to Nassau! Can't wait to visit π§πΈ next month!
Social media vacation announcement
Congratulations to our π§πΈ athletes on their performance at the Olympics!
Sports celebration post
The colors symbolize the natural resources (aquamarine for sea/sky) and the strength and determination of the Bahamian people (black triangle).
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Communication Β· Identity
Common
Used by Bahamians or those with Bahamian heritage to express national identity, cultural pride, or connection to the Bahamas.
Often included in profile bios, usernames, or posts celebrating Bahamian achievements or holidays.
Proud Bahamian π§πΈ living abroad but always representing my beautiful islands!
Social media profile description
Particularly prominent during Independence Day (July 10) celebrations and other national holidays.
Evolution Timeline
1973
The Bahamas gained independence from the United Kingdom, and the flag was officially adopted.
Independence movement culminating in sovereignty
2016
Emoji flag inclusion in Unicode 9.0 made digital representation of Bahamian identity widely accessible.
Digital standardization of national symbols
Cultural Context
The Bahamas gained independence from Britain in 1973, with the flag colors representing natural resources and the strength of the Bahamian people.
The Bahamas is often associated with tourism, but the flag emoji is used by Bahamians to reclaim digital representation of their national identity beyond vacation stereotypes.
After Hurricane Dorian in 2019, the flag emoji saw increased usage in solidarity posts and relief effort communications.
Regional Variations
United Kingdom
Used in contexts referencing Commonwealth relations and shared historical connections.
United States
Often used in tourism contexts, cruise discussions, and vacation planning for Caribbean destinations.
Generational Usage
Gen_X: Used in family vacation planning, cultural education contexts, and formal communications about the Bahamas.
Gen_Z: Used in travel aesthetic posts, bucket lists, and music references to Bahamian artists on TikTok and Instagram.
Older: Less frequent usage, primarily in formal contexts or when discussing Commonwealth relations.
Millennials: Common in vacation photos, destination wedding announcements, and professional networking by Bahamian diaspora.
Common Combinations
π§πΈποΈ
Bahamian beaches or beach vacation in the Bahamas.
References the country's famous pristine beaches and tourism industry.
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Love for the Bahamas or Bahamian pride.
Used by Bahamians and tourists to express affection for the country.
π§πΈπ
Celebration of Bahamian holidays or achievements.
Often used during Independence Day or other national celebrations.