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What does «la banca» mean in Dominican Spanish?
la banca
the betting shop
| Meaning | the betting shop |
|---|---|
| Standard Spanish | local de apuestas |
| Register | Neutral |
«Queda al lado de la banca.»
It's next to the betting shop.
Lottery and betting parlors are on every corner, which is why they work as landmarks when giving directions.
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- el monte — the bush, the countryside
- el parador — a roadside stop
- la bomba — the gas station
- la clínica — the private clinic
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