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Spanglish

noun Span·glish \ ˈspaŋ-glish , -lish \

Definition of Spanglish

: Spanish marked by numerous borrowings from English; broadly : any of various combinations of Spanish and English

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Origin and Etymology of spanglish

blend of Spanish and English

SPANGLISH Defined for English Language Learners

Spanglish

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Definition of Spanglish for English Language Learners

  • : Spanish that includes the use of English words

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