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What does «quemarse» mean in Dominican Spanish?
quemarse
to fail; to be exposed
| Meaning | to fail; to be exposed |
|---|---|
| Standard Spanish | reprobar; quedar en evidencia |
| Register | Colloquial |
«Me quemé en el examen.»
I failed the exam.
To fail a test, or to have a flaw of yours come out in public.
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