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Flag of Solomon Islands
flag of SOL-uh-muhn EYE-lundz
Definitions
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Geography Β· National Symbol
uncommon
The national flag of Solomon Islands, featuring blue and green fields divided by a diagonal yellow stripe with five white stars. Represents the sovereign nation in Oceania.
Used to represent Solomon Islands in international contexts, discussions about the country, or by Solomon Islanders expressing national identity.
My cousin is doing volunteer teaching in πΈπ§ for the next year!
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Tourism in πΈπ§ focuses on diving, World War II history, and traditional culture.
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The blue represents the ocean, green represents the land, yellow represents sunshine, and the five stars represent the five main island groups of the nation.
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Sports Β· International Competition
rare
Used to represent Solomon Islands teams or athletes in international sporting events, competitions, or in discussions about global sports.
Commonly seen during Olympic Games, FIFA World Cup qualifiers, and Pacific Games coverage.
The πΈπ§ futsal team has qualified for the World Cup again!
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Solomon Islands is particularly known for beach soccer and futsal (indoor soccer) in international competitions.
Evolution Timeline
1978
Solomon Islands gained independence from Britain and adopted its national flag.
End of British colonial rule
2015
Emoji flag for Solomon Islands introduced in Unicode 8.0.
Digital representation of all national flags standardized
Cultural Context
Solomon Islands was the site of major World War II battles, including Guadalcanal, which influences how the country is discussed in historical contexts.
Solomon Islands has over 70 languages, with English as the official language but Pijin as the most widely spoken. This linguistic diversity rarely appears in emoji usage.
As part of Melanesia, Solomon Islands is sometimes grouped with Papua New Guinea, Vanuatu, and Fiji in regional discussions about Pacific island nations.
Regional Variations
Australia
More commonly used in Australia due to regional proximity and diplomatic ties with Solomon Islands.
Generational Usage
Gen_X: Limited usage, primarily in formal or educational contexts when discussing Pacific nations.
Gen_Z: Rarely used except by those with personal connections to the country or during major sporting events.
Older: Very limited usage, typically only in specific contexts related to World War II history or Pacific affairs.
Millennials: Occasionally used in travel contexts or discussions about Pacific geopolitics and climate change.
Common Combinations
πΈπ§ποΈ
Solomon Islands as a tropical paradise or island destination.
Used in tourism contexts to highlight the nation's beaches and island geography.
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Solomon Islands soccer/football team or futsal.
References the country's passion for soccer, especially beach soccer and futsal.
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Solomon Islands' marine wildlife, especially sea turtles.
Highlights the nation's marine conservation efforts and ecotourism opportunities.