Glossary Archive

Number 3 (Flag Semaphore)

Flag semaphore indicating the Number 3. This shape represents both the Number 3 (Flag Semaphore) and the Letter C (Flag Semaphore). Before delivering any numbers, the sender uses the 'Numbers to follow (Flag Semaphore)' signal. The sender uses the Letter J (Flag Semaphore) to switch back to letters.






3 - Three (Tree)

Tree is a signal that indicates the number 3 in communication between vessels or personnel. This signal can be conveyed visually using hand signals or flags or verbally over the radio. Clear and accurate communication is important to ensure safety and efficiency in maritime operations. Flag Number Pennant Three (3)Nautical or signal flags are used...


4 - Four (For Er)

"Four" is the numerical value representing the quantity of 4. In marine terminology, "four" is also used to refer to the fourth officer on a ship, typically the Fourth Mate or Fourth Engineer. Flag Number Pennant Four (4)Nautical or signal flags are used at sea to convey long-range messages. Only black, blue, red, white and yellow...


Number 4 (Flag Semaphore)

Flag semaphore indicating the Number 4. This shape represents both the Number 4 (Flag Semaphore) and the Letter D (Flag Semaphore). Before delivering any numbers, the sender uses the 'Numbers to follow (Flag Semaphore)' signal. The sender uses the Letter J (Flag Semaphore) to switch back to letters.




5 - Five (Fife)

"Five" is a numerical term representing the quantity of 5. In marine terminology, it may refer to a group of five individuals or objects, such as a five-man team or a five-pointed star on a nautical chart indicating a specific location or navigational point. Flag Number Pennant Five (5)Nautical or signal flags are used at...


Number 5 (Flag Semaphore)

Flag semaphore indicating the Number 5. This shape represents both the Number 5 (Flag Semaphore) and the Letter E (Flag Semaphore). Before delivering any numbers, the sender uses the 'Numbers to follow (Flag Semaphore)' signal. The sender uses the Letter J (Flag Semaphore) to switch back to letters.