Cherokee Word of the Day: my friend
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ᎣᎩᎾᎵ
oh-gee-nah-lee
"my friend"
What It Means
The Cherokee word oh-gee-nah-lee (ᎣᎩᎾᎵ) means my friend in English.
How to Pronounce It
Say it as oh-gee-nah-lee. The 'g' is a hard sound like 'goat', and ensure the 'i' at the end is a long 'ee' sound.
Using It in a Sentence
Cherokee: ᎣᎩᎾᎵ ᎯᎠ.
English: "This is my friend."
Cultural Context
Friendship is a cornerstone of Cherokee society, often considered as close as family ties.
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