ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

Fleur de lys

Hey kiddo! Have you ever heard of the fleur de lys? It's a special symbol that is often associated with royalty, especially the kings and queens of France. Here's what it looks like: 🌺

The fleur de lys is a flower, but it's not just any flower. It's a stylized version of the iris flower that grows in France. When you look at it, you'll notice that it has three petals, which look like they're pointing up, and sometimes there are two little petals on the sides that look like little arms.

The reason the fleur de lys is important is because it has been used as a symbol for centuries. Back in the olden days, people didn't have TVs or the internet to communicate with each other, so they needed other ways to show who they were or what they believed in. The fleur de lys was commonly used by French kings as a way of showing that they were powerful and important, kind of like a logo.

Even today, you can still see the fleur de lys symbol in many places. It's used on the French flag, on coat of arms, and even on sports team logos. It's a pretty cool flower, don't you think?