Papiamento

noun

Pa·​pia·​men·​to ˌpä-pyə-ˈmen-(ˌ)tō How to pronounce Papiamento (audio)
variants or less commonly Papiamentu
: a Spanish-based creole language of Netherlands Antilles

Examples of Papiamento in a Sentence

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In this diverse corner of the Caribbean, nearly everyone speaks four languages — Papiamento, Dutch, English and Spanish — making communication a breeze. Catherine Garcia, theweek, 25 June 2024

Word History

Etymology

Spanish, from Papiamento papya talk + -mentu -ment

First Known Use

1895, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of Papiamento was in 1895

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“Papiamento.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Papiamento. Accessed 8 Nov. 2024.

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