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Quechua in South American Spanish: The Inca Words That Survived the Conquest
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Meaning
A traditional Andean wool garment that drapes over the shoulders and covers the body. In Peru, Bolivia, and Ecuador, the poncho is far more than outerwear: it is a symbol of cultural identity and highland pride, often woven with regional patterns that carry deep meaning.
Examples
“They gave him an alpaca poncho from the highlands and he never takes it off.”
“At this altitude, only a wool poncho can really save you from the cold.”
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Meaning
A traditional Andean wool garment that drapes over the shoulders and covers the body. In Peru, Bolivia, and Ecuador, the poncho is far more than outerwear: it is a symbol of cultural identity and highland pride, often woven with regional patterns that carry deep meaning.
Examples
“They gave him an alpaca poncho from the highlands and he never takes it off.”
“At this altitude, only a wool poncho can really save you from the cold.”
Regional synonyms
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