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donostiarra

from San Sebastián

adjective noun doh-noh-STYAH-rah Rare

Origin: From Donostia, the Basque name for San Sebastián.

Usage Note

Donostiarra derives from Donostia, the Basque name for San Sebastián (Gipuzkoa, Basque Country). It is invariable for gender — un chico donostiarra / una chica donostiarra — following the pattern of many Basque-origin demonyms. It can also function as a noun: los donostiarras (the people of San Sebastián).

Examples

"El pintxo donostiarra es famoso en todo el país."

Natural Translation

The San Sebastián pintxo is famous throughout the country.

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