What does "arpillera" mean in English?

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Spanish

arpillera

English

burlap

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Alternative translations of "arpillera"

sackcloth
gunny cloth
hessian
burlap fabric

Examples of how to use "arpillera" in Spanish

Spanish
Hicieron sacos de arpillera.
English
They made burlap sacks.
Spanish
Compré una arpillera en el mercado.
English
I bought a burlap sack at the market.
Spanish
La arpillera tiene colores brillantes y vivos.
English
The burlap has bright and vivid colors.
Spanish
Vimos arpilleras tradicionales en la exposición.
English
We saw traditional burlap artworks at the exhibition.
Spanish
El arpillero explicó la técnica con paciencia.
English
The burlap artist explained the technique patiently.

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