Cherokee Word of the Day: noon / middle
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ᎠᏰᏟ
a-ye-tli
"noon / middle"
What It Means
The Cherokee word a-ye-tli (ᎠᏰᏟ) means noon / middle in English.
How to Pronounce It
Say it as a-ye-tli. The 'tl' sound is made by placing the tongue against the roof of the mouth and releasing air on the sides.
Using It in a Sentence
Cherokee: ᎠᏰᏟ ᎢᏳᏩᏂᎸ.
English: "It is noon."
Cultural Context
The term ayetli can mean 'middle' of anything, including the heart of a town.
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Cherokee Word of the Day #102 — noon / middle
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