flagg: meaning, definition, pronunciation and examples

B1 (Intermediate)
UK/flaɡ/US/flæɡ/

Neutral to formal, depending on context. Common in everyday, political, technical (computing), and sporting contexts.

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What does “flagg” mean?

A piece of cloth, usually rectangular, attached to a pole or rope, used as a symbol of a country, organization, or for signaling.

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Meaning and Definition

A piece of cloth, usually rectangular, attached to a pole or rope, used as a symbol of a country, organization, or for signaling.

To decline in strength, energy, or enthusiasm; to mark something for special attention; to become tired or weaker; a plant with long sword-shaped leaves and brightly colored flowers (Iris genus); a small paper tab or indicator.

Dialectal Variation

British vs American Usage

Differences

Minor spelling differences in derived forms (flagged, flagging). The verb sense 'to flag (down) a taxi' is used in both. The plant 'flag iris' is common in UK gardening contexts.

Connotations

Largely identical. The national flag carries strong patriotic connotations in both cultures.

Frequency

Both nominal and verbal senses are high-frequency in both varieties.

Grammar

How to Use “flagg” in a Sentence

flag something (as) (e.g., flag an email as spam)flag (down) someone/something (e.g., flag down a cab)flag (verb intransitive: e.g., His energy flagged.)

Vocabulary

Collocations

strong
national flagraise the flagflag of conveniencered flagwhite flag
medium
wave a flagflag ceremonyflag bearerflag downflag flying
weak
tattered flagflag designplant flagflag issue

Examples

Examples of “flagg” in a Sentence

verb

British English

  • The referee flagged the offside immediately.
  • We need to flag this invoice for the accounts team.
  • My concentration began to flag after the third hour.

American English

  • She flagged down a taxi on Broadway.
  • The system flags suspicious transactions automatically.
  • The team's performance flagged in the final quarter.

adjective

British English

  • The flag iris bloomed by the pond.
  • He served on a flag-of-convenience vessel.

American English

  • They attended the flag ceremony at the stadium.
  • It was a clear flag violation in football.

Usage

Meaning in Context

Business

To flag an issue or a problem for attention in a meeting or report.

Academic

Used in history/politics regarding national symbols; in computing regarding data states.

Everyday

Referring to a national flag, or feeling tired ('I'm flagging').

Technical

In computing: a boolean variable or bit that signals a condition (e.g., a status flag).

Vocabulary

Synonyms of “flagg”

Vocabulary

Antonyms of “flagg”

Watch out

Common Mistakes When Using “flagg”

  • Using 'flag' as a verb for 'to put a flag' incorrectly (e.g., 'They flagged the building' vs. 'They put a flag on the building'). Confusing 'flagging' (declining) with 'flogging' (beating).

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

No. While the most common meaning is a national symbol, 'flag' can refer to any piece of cloth used as a symbol (e.g., a pirate flag), a signal, or a marker. It's also a verb meaning to mark or to decline.

A 'flag' is typically attached along one side to a pole or rope. A 'banner' is often hung horizontally between two points, like at a parade. A 'pennant' is a small, tapering flag, often used in sports or nautical contexts.

It depends on the meaning: 1) To mark: 'Flag the important emails.' 2) To signal to stop: 'Flag down a taxi.' 3) To decline: 'His interest flagged.' The structure changes with each meaning.

Yes, it's a common and natural informal expression meaning you are becoming tired or losing energy. e.g., 'It's 3 pm and I'm really flagging; I need a coffee.'

A piece of cloth, usually rectangular, attached to a pole or rope, used as a symbol of a country, organization, or for signaling.

Flagg is usually neutral to formal, depending on context. common in everyday, political, technical (computing), and sporting contexts. in register.

Flagg: in British English it is pronounced /flaɡ/, and in American English it is pronounced /flæɡ/. Tap the audio buttons above to hear it.

Phrases

Idioms & Phrases

  • show the white flag (surrender)
  • fly the flag (represent your country)
  • a red flag (a warning sign)
  • flag-waving (excessive patriotism)

Learning

Memory Aids

Mnemonic

Imagine a FLAG that is made of FLApping Gauze. Or, when you're tired, you feel like a flag on a windless day – drooping and still.

Conceptual Metaphor

VIGOR IS A FLAG FLYING HIGH / DECLINE IS A FLAG LOWERED. ATTENTION IS A FLAG RAISED.

Practice

Quiz

Fill in the gap
After the marathon, even the most experienced runners began to .
Multiple Choice

In computing, what does it mean to 'flag' an email?

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