Cherokee Word of the Day: he/she is afraid
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ᎤᏍᎦᏍᏓ
u-s-ga-s-da
"he/she is afraid"
What It Means
The Cherokee word u-s-ga-s-da (ᎤᏍᎦᏍᏓ) means he/she is afraid in English.
How to Pronounce It
Say it as u-s-ga-s-da. The 's-ga' sounds like the 'sca' in 'scare'.
Using It in a Sentence
Cherokee: ᎤᏍᎦᏍᏓ ᎩᏟ.
English: "The dog is afraid."
Cultural Context
Fear in folklore often serves as a lesson for children to stay close to the safety of home.
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