Cherokee Word of the Day: elder
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ᎤᏛᏐᏅ
oo-tuh-soh-nuh
"elder"
What It Means
The Cherokee word oo-tuh-soh-nuh (ᎤᏛᏐᏅ) means elder in English.
How to Pronounce It
Say it as oo-tuh-soh-nuh. Ensure the 'oo' at the start is long like in 'moon'.
Using It in a Sentence
Cherokee: ᎤᏛᏐᏅ ᎦᎸᏉᏗᏳ.
English: "The elder is respected."
Cultural Context
Elders are the keepers of language, history, and traditions in Cherokee communities.
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Cherokee Word of the Day #229 — elder
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