Cherokee Word of the Day: please / alright
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ᎰᏩ
hoh-wah
"please / alright"
What It Means
The Cherokee word hoh-wah (ᎰᏩ) means please / alright in English.
How to Pronounce It
Say it as hoh-wah. Both syllables are equal in length and emphasis.
Using It in a Sentence
Cherokee: ᎰᏩ ᏍᎩᏍᏕᎳ.
English: "Please help me."
Cultural Context
In many contexts, 'howa' functions as a polite acknowledgment or a way to soften a request.
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Cherokee Word of the Day #225 — please / alright
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