Panamanian Spanish blends Caribbean and Central American features. It’s characterized by the aspiration or omission of final ‘s’ sounds and the use of “tú” for informal address. The dialect incorporates English loanwords due to historical U.S. influence. Distinctive features include the expression “xopa” (what’s up) and the use of “ya” to add emphasis to imperatives.
The Panamanian Spanish Dialect
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