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.

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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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