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Dec 2020
25 m

Puerto Rican Spanish Greetings ♫ 103

Tamara Marie
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Have you ever wondered what exactly 'wepa' means? Well, you're in luck. Spanish Con Salsa language coach Nahomy Irizarry is from Puerto Rico and she fills us in on the 2 ways this familiar phrase is used. She also shares common Puerto Rican Spanish greetings and how to respond like a native speaker. Finally, Nahomy shares the unique ways to say goodb ... Show More
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