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Flag of Paraguay
flæg əv ˈpærəgwaɪ
Definitions
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National · Symbol
uncommon
The national flag of Paraguay, featuring horizontal red, white, and blue stripes with the national emblem in the center. Used to represent the country of Paraguay, its people, culture, or language.
Commonly used in contexts related to international events, sports competitions, or discussions about Paraguay.
Our team is playing against Paraguay 🇵🇾 in the Copa América tonight!
Sports discussion
Just booked my trip to Asunción 🇵🇾 for next summer!
Travel announcement
Paraguay's flag is unique as it has different emblems on each side - the national coat of arms on the front and the Treasury Seal on the back.
Evolution Timeline
2015
Introduction as part of Unicode 8.0's complete set of national flags, enabling digital representation of Paraguay.
Growing demand for complete national representation in digital communication
Cultural Context
Paraguay's flag reflects its unique history as the only South American country with an emblem that differs on each side, symbolizing its independence and sovereignty.
In digital contexts, the flag emoji often accompanies discussions of Paraguay's bilingual nature with Spanish and Guarani as official languages.
The flag represents a nation with a distinct cultural identity that blends indigenous Guarani and European Spanish influences.
Regional Variations
United States
Primarily used in contexts of international sports, particularly soccer/football competitions, or in discussions about South American politics.
Generational Usage
Gen_X: Used more sparingly, primarily in formal contexts like news discussions or educational content about South America.
Gen_Z: Used in educational contexts, travel posts, or when discussing South American music and sports teams on TikTok and Instagram.
Older: Limited usage, typically restricted to formal communications about international relations or educational contexts.
Millennials: Commonly used when discussing travel experiences, cultural exchange, or international sporting events on Twitter and Instagram.
Common Combinations
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Paraguayan football/soccer or the national team
Often used during international tournaments like Copa América or World Cup qualifiers
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Love for Paraguay or Paraguayan pride
Used by Paraguayans or those with connections to the country
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Paraguayan yerba mate, a traditional drink
Highlights the important cultural tradition of drinking mate in Paraguay