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Flag of Oman
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Definitions
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Flags Β· National
Common
The national flag of Oman, featuring red, white, and green bands with the national emblem. Represents the Sultanate of Oman, a country in the Middle East.
Used to represent Oman, its people, culture, or language in digital communications.
Looking forward to my trip to π΄π² next month! Anyone have recommendations for Muscat?
Travel discussion on social media
Congratulations to the π΄π² team on their Gulf Cup victory!
Sports commentary on Twitter
The Omani flag symbolizes the nation's sovereignty and heritage as a Gulf state with a rich maritime history and cultural traditions.
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Communication Β· Identity
Common
Used to indicate Omani nationality, heritage, or cultural identity in digital conversations.
Often included in social media profiles, usernames, or bios to indicate Omani citizenship or heritage.
Ahmed π΄π² | Photographer | Muscat
Social media profile
Represents pride in Omani identity and cultural heritage, particularly important in the context of Gulf regional relations.
Evolution Timeline
1970
Modern Omani flag adopted after Sultan Qaboos came to power, forming basis for the emoji design.
Modernization of Oman and national identity formation
2015
Increased digital visibility during regional diplomatic developments in the Gulf.
Regional politics and social media diplomacy
Cultural Context
The flag represents Oman's rebirth as a modern nation after 1970, when Sultan Qaboos began modernizing the country after a period of isolation.
Among Gulf states, Oman maintains a distinctive diplomatic position, often serving as a mediator, which gives its flag particular significance in regional politics.
The Omani flag emoji is used with pride by Omanis, who typically have strong national identity despite being less populous than neighboring Gulf states.
Regional Variations
United Kingdom
More widely recognized due to historical ties between Britain and Oman.
United States
Less frequently used than other Middle Eastern flags due to limited diaspora population.
Generational Usage
Gen_X: Primarily used in formal contexts like news sharing, business communications, or educational content.
Gen_Z: Used in travel content, study abroad posts, and global friendship contexts. Often paired with travel or landscape emojis.
Older: Limited usage, mainly for formal communications or indicating travel destinations.
Millennials: Used to indicate business connections, expatriate experiences, or cultural appreciation of Oman.
Common Combinations
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Love for Oman or Omani pride
Used by Omanis or those with connections to Oman to express patriotism.
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Omani beaches and coastal areas
References Oman's beautiful coastline and beach tourism.
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Oman's mountains, particularly the Hajar range
Highlights Oman's dramatic mountain landscapes as a tourist attraction.