Phrase guide

chequered flag

noun · 2 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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noun

Meaning 1

A black-and-white chequered flag which signifies the end of a race.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Topics: hobbies, lifestyle, motor-racing, racing, sports

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noun

Meaning 2

A victory in a race.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Topics: hobbies, lifestyle, motor-racing, racing, sports

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History

Etymology

[Alt: Checkered flag] *(flag): From the pattern found on the flag signalling the end of a race. *(victory): In motor racing, an official waves a black and white chequered flag to signify the end of the race, starting with waving at the leading vehicle.

Across languages

Translations

8 source translations are retained for this English entry.

  • Chinese Mandarin: 格子旗 (géziqí) — flag
  • Finnish: ruutulippu — flag
  • French: drapeau à damier — flag
  • German: karierte Flagge — flag
  • Japanese: チェッカーフラッグ (chekkā furaggu) — flag
  • Korean: 체커 플래그 (chekeo peullaegeu) — flag
  • Russian: кле́тчатый флаг (klétčatyj flag) — flag
  • Turkish: damalı bayrak — flag