Cherokee Word of the Day: table
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ᎦᎧᎲᎢ
gah-kah-huh-ee
"table"
What It Means
The Cherokee word gah-kah-huh-ee (ᎦᎧᎲᎢ) means table in English.
How to Pronounce It
Say it as gah-kah-huh-ee. The 'hv' (huh) part is nasalized, similar to the end of the word 'huh?'.
Using It in a Sentence
Cherokee: ᎦᎧᎲᎢ ᎦᎭ
English: "It is on the table."
Cultural Context
Gathering around a table for a meal remains a central part of Cherokee family bonding and community building.
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Cherokee Word of the Day #193 — table
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