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Aymara

|Ay-ma-ra|

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/ˈaɪməˌrɑ/

Indigenous people and language

Etymology
Etymology Information

'Aymara' originates from the Aymara language itself, specifically the word 'aymara', which refers to the people and their language.

Historical Evolution

'Aymara' has remained largely unchanged in its form and meaning since its introduction into English.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it referred to the people and their language, and this meaning has remained consistent over time.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

a member of an indigenous people living in the Andes and Altiplano regions of South America, primarily in Bolivia and Peru.

The Aymara have a rich cultural heritage.

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Noun 2

the language spoken by the Aymara people, one of the official languages of Bolivia and Peru.

She is fluent in Aymara.

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Last updated: 2025/06/22 13:46