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abanderado

Also spelled: abanderada · primer puesto

What does abanderado mean?

The top-performing student, who earns the right to carry the flag in parades. It is the highest Panamanian school honor and is contested with a seriousness that surprises outsiders.

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She graduated as abanderada of her class.Salió abanderada de su promoción.

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