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How do you your welcome in Aymara?

There are actually a few ways to say "welcome" in Aymara, depending on the context and formality:

Formal:

* ¡Jumanta! (pronounced hoo-man-ta) - This is the most common and formal way to say "welcome." It literally means "come in!"

* ¡Jumanta, sarnaqäwi! (pronounced hoo-man-ta, sar-na-ka-wi) - This is a more polite and formal version, meaning "Welcome, friend."

Informal:

* ¡Jumanta, jisk'a! (pronounced hoo-man-ta, jisk-ka) - This is a friendly and informal way to say "welcome." It literally means "Welcome, little one."

* ¡Jumanta, q'acha! (pronounced hoo-man-ta, cha-cha) - Another friendly and informal welcome, meaning "Welcome, brother/sister."

Specific situations:

* ¡Jumanta, q'ompa! (pronounced hoo-man-ta, kom-pa) - "Welcome, dear friend."

* ¡Jumanta, wawanaka! (pronounced hoo-man-ta, wa-wa-na-ka) - "Welcome, children."

Remember that the best way to say "welcome" in Aymara depends on the situation and your relationship with the person you're greeting.

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