senyera
/səˈɲɛɾə/
CA
The official flag of Catalonia, characterized by four red horizontal stripes on a yellow background.
La senyera oneja a la balcó de l'Ajuntament.
The Senyera flies on the balcony of the City Hall.
Etymology
Derived from the Old Catalan word 'senyera', meaning 'banner' or 'standard', which comes from the Latin 'signaria' (plural of 'signarium'), meaning 'sign' or 'emblem'. It has been used to refer to the Catalan flag since at least the 12th century.
Memory Aid
Remember that 'senyera' refers to the Catalan flag by linking the word to Catalonia's rich cultural heritage of regional symbols.
Collocations
bandera senyerasenyera catalanaonejar la senyerala senyera oficial
Synonyms
bandera catalana
Related Words
esteladabanderaCatalunyaheraldryregionalisme