american flag

• Bandera nacional de los Estados Unidos de América, compuesta por trece franjas horizontales rojas y blancas que simbolizan las trece colonias originales, y un cantón azul con cincuenta estrellas blancas que representan los cincuenta estados.

The national flag of the United States of America, consisting of thirteen horizontal red and white stripes representing the original thirteen colonies, and a blue canton with fifty white stars representing the fifty states.

1. National symbolA1formalamerican

   The official flag of the United States of America, consisting of 13 horizontal stripes (alternating red and white) representing the original 13 colonies, and a blue canton with 50 white stars representing the 50 states.

   bandera de los Estados Unidos

   • The American flag is flown at government buildings every day.
   • Children learn to pledge allegiance to the American flag at school.
   • The flag was raised during the national anthem.

2. Symbol of patriotismA2informalamerican

   A representation of American values, freedom, and national pride.

   bandera estadounidense

   • Many people display the American flag on Independence Day.
   • The American flag is a powerful symbol of unity.
   • He proudly wore a pin shaped like the American flag.