U+1F1F8 1F1FE • Flags
Flag: Syria Emoji
Meaning
The flag for Syria, which may show as the letters SY on some platforms.
As of April 2025, this emoji shows the flag of Syrian National Coalition (a horizontal triband of green, white, and black, with three red five-pointed stars on the white band) on updated Apple and Samsung devices, as well as within WhatsApp on Android. Other vendors are expected to follow suit in the future.
Many other vendors still display this emoji as the flag of the Syrian Arab Republic (a horizontal triabnd of red, white, and black; charged with two green stars at the centre).
Also known as:
Technical Information
| Unicode | U+1F1F8 1F1FE |
|---|---|
| Unicode Name | flag: Syria |
| Shortcode | :flag-syria: |
| Category | Flags |
| Subcategory | country-flag |
| Version | E2.0 |
| Qualification | fully-qualified |
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the 🇸🇾 Flag: Syria emoji mean?
The flag for Syria, which may show as the letters SY on some platforms. As of April 2025, this emoji shows the flag of Syrian National Coalition (a horizontal triband of green, white, and black, with three red five-pointed stars on the white band) on updated Apple and Samsung devices, as well as within WhatsApp on Android. Other vendors are expected to follow suit in the future. Many other vendors still display this emoji as the flag of the Syrian Arab Republic (a horizontal triabnd of red, white, and black; charged with two green stars at the centre).
How do I copy the 🇸🇾 emoji?
Click the "Copy Emoji" button on this page, or select the emoji (🇸🇾) and press Ctrl+C (Windows) or Cmd+C (Mac).
What is the Unicode for Flag: Syria?
The Unicode for the Flag: Syria emoji is U+1F1F8 1F1FE.
On which platforms can I use the 🇸🇾 emoji?
You can use the Flag: Syria emoji on all major platforms including iOS, Android, Windows, macOS, and all social media apps like WhatsApp, Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook.
How to Use the Flag: Syria Emoji
In Text Messages
"That was hilarious 🇸🇾"
"I'm so relieved 🇸🇾"
Perfect for expressing relief, nervous laughter, or awkward situations.
On Social Media
Captions: "When you barely make it on time 🇸🇾"
Comments: "This is literally me 🇸🇾"
Great for relatable content and reactions.
Professional Use
Emails: Use sparingly for lightening the tone
Slack/Teams: "Finally fixed that bug 🇸🇾"
Adds personality to workplace communication.
Creative Combinations
🇸🇾💦 (emphasized relief)
🇸🇾😅 (double relief)
Combine with other emojis for unique expressions.
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