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What does «la bandera» mean in Dominican Spanish?
la bandera
rice, beans and meat
| Meaning | rice, beans and meat |
|---|---|
| Standard Spanish | arroz, habichuelas y carne |
| Register | Neutral |
«Hoy hay bandera con ensalada.»
Today it is the classic plate with salad.
The national lunch, every day, across the whole island. Named after the colors of the Dominican flag.
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