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Bandera de Bolivia

/ka-char-PA-ya/

A farewell celebration for someone who's leaving on a journey or returning to their hometown. In Bolivia, the cacharpaya is a ritual with music, chicha, and heartfelt affection for those who are departing.

Example

"They threw him a farewell party before he emigrated to Spain."

"The cacharpaya went on until dawn with the whole neighborhood."

Regional synonyms:

Resaca o malestar del día después de beber demasiado alcohol. En Chile y España es esa sensación horrible de dolor de cabeza y náuseas que te hace jurar que nunca vas a volver a tomar.