Meaning of wiphala | Babel Free

Definitions

1. A square, multicolored emblem with a checkered pattern, used as a flag to represent some of the indigenous peoples of the Andes, particularly the Aymara.
2. A square emblem, commonly used as a flag, representing the native peoples of the central Andes of Bolivia.

Examples

“Mr. Morales spoke before thousands of supporters in downtown La Paz on Saturday, some of whom were waving the wiphala, a multicolored flag representing indigenous people in Bolivia.”

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