blue flag

• Bandeira azul é um símbolo usado em vários contextos: em praias, indica água limpa e padrões de segurança; no automobilismo, sinaliza a um carro mais lento que ceda passagem a um mais rápido; no ambiente marítimo, pode indicar uma embarcação que necessita de assistência médica.

A blue flag is a symbol used in various contexts: on beaches to indicate clean water and safety standards, in motorsports to signal a slower car to yield to faster traffic, or in maritime settings to denote a vessel requiring medical assistance.

1. Beach awardB1formal

   An international eco-label awarded to beaches and marinas that meet high standards of cleanliness, safety, and environmental management.

   Bandeira Azul

   • The beach was awarded a Blue Flag for its clean water and facilities.
   • Many tourists look for Blue Flag beaches when planning their holidays.
   • The marina proudly flies the Blue Flag this year.

2. Racing flagB2formal

   A blue flag used in motorsports to signal a driver that a faster car is approaching and should be allowed to pass.

   Bandeira azul

   • The driver saw the blue flag and moved aside to let the leader pass.
   • Blue flags are used to ensure fair racing.
   • He ignored the blue flag and received a penalty.