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En varios países de Sudamérica, hay una bebida muy tradicional.
In several South American countries, there is a very traditional drink.
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Mate Culture in South America
Learn about the 'Mate' culture, a traditional drink in South American countries like Argentina and Uruguay. Discover the value of friendship and community through their custom of sitting in a circle and sharing the drink.
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Esta bebida se llama "mate".
This drink is called "mate".
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Es especialmente popular en Argentina, Uruguay y Paraguay.
It is especially popular in Argentina, Uruguay, and Paraguay.
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El mate no es solo un tipo de té normal.
Mate is not just a normal type of tea.
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Es un símbolo muy importante de amistad y comunidad.
It is a very important symbol of friendship and community.
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Para preparar esta bebida, se necesita una hierba especial y agua caliente.
To prepare this drink, a special herb and hot water are needed.
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Las personas lo beben en un recipiente redondo usando una "bombilla".
People drink it in a round container using a "bombilla".
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La bombilla es un pequeño tubo de metal que sirve para beber.
The bombilla is a small metal tube used for drinking.
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Lo más interesante de esta cultura es cómo se toma.
The most interesting thing about this culture is how it is drunk.
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Normalmente, la gente no bebe mate sola.
Normally, people do not drink mate alone.
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Las familias o los amigos se sientan juntos en círculo.
Families or friends sit together in a circle.
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Una persona lo prepara y lo pasa a la persona de al lado.
One person prepares it and passes it to the person next to them.
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Todos comparten el mismo recipiente y la misma bombilla.
Everyone shares the same container and the same bombilla.
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Invitar a alguien a tomar mate significa ofrecer confianza y cariño.
Inviting someone to drink mate means offering trust and affection.
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Es una excusa perfecta para hablar largas horas y compartir la vida diaria.
It is a perfect excuse to talk for long hours and share daily life.