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Flag: French Polynesia
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Definitions
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Geography Β· Flag
Uncommon
The flag emoji representing French Polynesia, an overseas collectivity of France in the South Pacific Ocean, known for islands like Tahiti and Bora Bora.
Used when referring to French Polynesia, its culture, travel destinations, or by those with connections to the territory.
Just booked our honeymoon to Bora Bora π΅π« Can't wait for those crystal clear waters!
Social media vacation announcement
My grandmother was born in Tahiti π΅π« and taught me all about Polynesian dance.
Personal heritage discussion
French Polynesia is known for its stunning beaches, overwater bungalows, and Polynesian culture, making this emoji popular in travel and tourism contexts.
Evolution Timeline
2015
Added to Unicode 8.0 as part of the initial set of national flag emojis.
Growing demand for representation of all nations and territories in emoji format.
2017
Gained popularity in travel contexts as social media tourism to French Polynesia increased.
Rise of Instagram tourism and luxury travel influencers featuring Bora Bora and Tahiti.
Cultural Context
French Polynesia consists of 118 islands and atolls, with Tahiti being the largest and most well-known internationally.
The emoji represents a territory with dual cultural identityβboth French and Polynesianβreflecting its colonial history and indigenous heritage.
Less frequently used than more prominent national flags, but has significant presence in travel-related social media content.
Regional Variations
France
More frequently used in France due to French Polynesia being an overseas collectivity of France.
French Polynesia
Used with high frequency by locals to express national pride and identity.
Generational Usage
Gen_X: Used when discussing actual travel to French Polynesia or in educational contexts about Pacific island nations.
Gen_Z: Primarily used in travel aspiration posts and when discussing exotic destinations seen on TikTok travel influencer content.
Older: Limited usage, primarily in formal contexts when specifically discussing the territory or its politics.
Millennials: Common in honeymoon planning, bucket list travel posts, and when sharing vacation photos on Instagram.
Common Combinations
π΅π«ποΈ
Islands of French Polynesia or vacationing in French Polynesia.
Commonly used for travel posts about Tahiti, Bora Bora, or other French Polynesian islands.
π΅π«π
Marine life and snorkeling in French Polynesia.
References the popular activity of exploring coral reefs in French Polynesian waters.
π΅π«πΊ
Polynesian culture and flora.
References Tahitian and Polynesian flowers often used in traditional garlands and decoration.
Related Emojis
π«π·
Flag of France, which administers French Polynesia as an overseas collectivity.
ποΈ
Island emoji often used to represent the islands of French Polynesia.
πΊ
Flower associated with Polynesian culture and often worn in French Polynesia.
πββοΈ
Swimming, a popular activity in French Polynesia's lagoons.