| Emoji | Name | Meaning | Category | Codepoint | Shortcodes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🏴 | Scotland | Flag of Scotland, featuring the Saint Andrew’s Cross. | Flags | 1F3F4 E0067 E0062 E0073 E0063 E0074 E007F | :scotland: |
Meaning
This emoji shows the flag of Scotland, known as the Saltire or Saint Andrew’s Cross, which is a white diagonal cross on a blue field.
Common Uses
- Representing Scotland in conversations about travel or culture.
- Showing national pride during sports events.
- Highlighting Scottish heritage or identity.
- Indicating Scottish location in maps or guides.
- Used in discussions relating to UK countries.
Examples
Let's catch the Scotland 🏴 football match tonight.
Scotland 🏴 is known for its beautiful highlands.
Happy Burns Night! 🏴
Related Emojis
- 🏴☠️ Pirate Flag: A black flag with a skull and crossbones, symbolizing piracy.
- 🇬🇧 United Kingdom Flag: Represents the UK, encompassing Scotland and other countries.
- 🏰 Castle: Commonly associated with Scottish landmarks and heritage.
Technical Notes
This emoji is a sequence combining the black flag (1F3F4) and tag characters for ‘gb-sct’ representing Scotland’s regional flag. It was introduced after 2016 with support varying by platform. As a flag, it has no skin tone variants.
FAQ
What does the 🏴 emoji mean?
A depiction of Scotland’s national flag, the Saltire.
How is the 🏴 emoji used?
To indicate Scottish identity, culture, or events related to Scotland.
Does the meaning of the 🏴 emoji change by context?
Its meaning can be contextualized to represent Scotland broadly or specific Scottish subjects depending on the conversation.