flags
word · lemma: flag
/ˈfɫæɡz/
flagz
/flˈæɡz/
flagz
Definition
Flags are pieces of cloth, usually with special colors and designs, used as symbols of countries, organizations, or to give signals.
Usage & Nuances
'Flags' is the plural of 'flag.' Common collocations are 'national flags,' 'raise the flag,' or 'signal flags.' Sometimes 'flag' can also mean to mark something for attention (e.g., 'flag emails'), but that is not covered by 'flags' as physical objects.
Spanish: banderasPortuguese (BR): bandeirasPortuguese (PT): bandeirasChinese (Simplified): 旗帜Chinese (Traditional): 旗幟Hindi: झंडेArabic: أعلامBengali: পতাকা সমূহ - পতাকাগুলোRussian: флагиJapanese: 旗（はた）Vietnamese: các lá cờKorean: 깃발들Turkish: bayraklarUrdu: جھنڈےIndonesian: bendera-bendera
Example Sentences
Many countries have different flags.
basic
The school put up colorful flags for the festival.
basic
There are five flags outside the building.
basic
The stadium was decorated with flags from every participating country.
natural
We waved our flags as the parade went by.
natural
Some people collect flags from around the world as a hobby.
natural