Tricolor: meaning, definitions and examples
๐ซ๐ท
tricolor
[ หtraษชหkสlษr ]
flags/colors
A tricolor is a flag featuring three horizontal or vertical stripes of different colors. It often symbolizes unity and diversity within a nation or group. Many countries have adopted tricolors as their national flags, representing various ideologies or historical backgrounds.
Synonyms
three-color flag, tricolour.
Examples of usage
- The French flag is a famous example of a tricolor.
- Many sports teams use a tricolor scheme to represent their colors.
- The Indian national flag is a tricolor with saffron, white, and green.
Translations
Translations of the word "tricolor" in other languages:
๐ต๐น tricolor
๐ฎ๐ณ เคคเฅเคฐเคฟเคเฅเคฃเฅเคฏ
๐ฉ๐ช dreifarbig
๐ฎ๐ฉ tricolor
๐บ๐ฆ ััะธะบะพะปััะฝะธะน
๐ต๐ฑ trรณjkolorowy
๐ฏ๐ต ไธ่ฒใฎ
๐ซ๐ท tricolore
๐ช๐ธ tricolor
๐น๐ท รผรง renkli
๐ฐ๐ท ์ผ์์
๐ธ๐ฆ ุซูุงุซู ุงูุฃููุงู
๐จ๐ฟ trojbarevnรฝ
๐ธ๐ฐ trojfarebnรฝ
๐จ๐ณ ไธ่ฒ็
๐ธ๐ฎ tricolor
๐ฎ๐ธ รพrjรกr litir
๐ฐ๐ฟ าฏั ัาฏััั
๐ฌ๐ช แกแแแ แคแแ แแก
๐ฆ๐ฟ รผรงrษngli
๐ฒ๐ฝ tricolor
Etymology
The term 'tricolor' has its origins in the French Revolution when the national flag of France was adopted, featuring the blue, white, and red colors. The word itself is derived from the Latin prefix 'tri-' meaning 'three' combined with 'color.' As the concept of a national flag evolved, several countries adopted the three-color design, reflecting their unique identities and aspirations. The use of tricolor flags peaked during the 19th and 20th centuries, symbolizing revolutionary movements, national pride, and the unity of diverse populations. Today, tricolor flags represent various nations across the globe and continue to evoke strong sentiments and cultural significance.