black flag

• Die schwarze Flagge ist ein Symbol, das historisch mit Piraterie, Anarchie oder Trauer verbunden ist. Im modernen Kontext kann sie auch eine Rennflagge sein, die Disqualifikation anzeigt, oder ein Warnsignal in verschiedenen Bereichen.

A black flag is a symbol historically associated with piracy, anarchy, or mourning. In modern contexts, it can also refer to a racing flag indicating disqualification or a warning signal in various fields.

1. Pirate symbolB2formal

   A black flag, often with a skull and crossbones, used historically by pirates to signal no quarter.

   Piratensymbol

   • The pirate ship raised the black flag before attacking.
   • Legends say the black flag struck fear into merchant sailors.
   • The black flag was a universal sign of piracy.

2. Racing signalB2formal

   In motorsports, a black flag is used to signal a driver to return to the pits, often for a penalty or mechanical issue.

   Schwarze Flagge

   • The driver was shown the black flag for dangerous driving.
   • A black flag ended his race early due to a fuel leak.
   • The stewards displayed the black flag to disqualify the car.

3. Anarchist symbolC1formal

   A plain black flag used as a symbol of anarchism, representing the absence of government.

   Symbol des Anarchismus

   • The protesters carried a black flag at the demonstration.
   • The black flag has been a symbol of anarchist movements for over a century.
   • He explained the meaning of the black flag in political theory.