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Flag of Yemen
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Definitions
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Geographic Β· National Symbol
uncommon
The national flag of Yemen, featuring three horizontal stripes of red, white, and black. Represents the Republic of Yemen in digital communications.
Used to reference Yemen, its culture, people, or events related to the country.
My colleague from πΎπͺ brought the most amazing coffee to the office today!
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Sending thoughts to those affected by the situation in πΎπͺ
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Yemen faces ongoing civil conflict since 2014, which sometimes affects how this emoji is perceived in political discussions.
Evolution Timeline
1990
Current flag adopted after unification of North and South Yemen
North and South Yemen unified to form Republic of Yemen
2014
Flag became associated with ongoing civil conflict
Outbreak of Yemeni Civil War
2015
Increased emoji usage in humanitarian aid discussions
Escalation of conflict and humanitarian crisis
Cultural Context
Yemen is one of the oldest centers of civilization in the Middle East, with a rich cultural heritage dating back thousands of years.
The flag emoji is often used when discussing Yemen's famous mocha coffee, which takes its name from the Yemeni port of Mocha (Al Mokha).
Due to ongoing conflict, this flag can evoke complex emotions, representing both national pride and awareness of humanitarian challenges.
Regional Variations
United Kingdom
Used in discussions about UK's historical ties to Yemen and current diplomatic relations.
United States
Often used in humanitarian contexts or discussions about Middle Eastern politics and conflicts.
Generational Usage
Gen_X: Primarily used in news contexts or discussions about Middle Eastern politics and history.
Gen_Z: Occasionally used in humanitarian awareness posts or when discussing global issues on TikTok and Instagram.
Older: Less frequently used, mainly in formal contexts related to international affairs or historical discussions.
Millennials: Used in discussions about coffee origins, travel, or humanitarian crises on Twitter and Facebook.
Common Combinations
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Love for Yemen or Yemeni pride
Used by Yemenis or those with connections to Yemen to express patriotism
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Yemeni coffee or coffee culture
Yemen has a rich coffee heritage as one of the earliest coffee cultivators
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Prayers for Yemen or its people
Often used in response to news about conflict or humanitarian issues