| Emoji | Name | Meaning | Category | Codepoint | Shortcodes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🏴 | England | Flag of England | Flags | 1F3F4 E0067 E0062 E0065 E006E E0067 E007F | :England: |
Meaning
The 🏴 emoji shows the flag of England, featuring a red cross on a white background which is known as the St George’s Cross. It is a symbol of England’s national identity.
Common Uses
- Representing England in sports and international events
- Indicating English heritage or culture
- Showing support for English teams or public figures
- Used in discussions about geography or travel
- Decorative use in relation to English holidays and celebrations
Examples
🏴⚽ – Support for England’s football team
Visiting London 🏴 – Reference to travel in England
Happy St George's Day! 🏴 – Celebrating England’s patron saint day
Related Emojis
- 🏴☠️ Pirate Flag – Different flag with a skull and crossbones symbol
- 🇬🇧 United Kingdom Flag – Represents the entire UK including England
- ⚽ Soccer Ball – Commonly paired for English football contexts
- 🕍 England’s landmarks (not an emoji but contextual)
Technical Notes
The emoji uses the black flag base (U+1F3F4) combined with regional indicator symbols for England (sequence E0067-E0062-E0065-E006E-E0067) and a cancel tag (E007F). Introduced around 2017 with Unicode’s regional flag system. Appearance can vary slightly by platform but generally shows St George’s Cross.
FAQ
What does the 🏴 emoji mean?
It shows the flag of England, symbolizing the country’s national identity.
How is the 🏴 emoji used?
Commonly to express connections to England in cultural, sports, or geographic contexts.
Does the meaning of the 🏴 emoji change by context?
Its meaning remains tied to England but may emphasize sports, heritage, or travel depending on usage.