Cherokee Word of the Day: respect / sacred / honored
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ᎦᎸᏉᏗᏳ
gah-luh-quoh-dee-yoo
"respect / sacred / honored"
What It Means
The Cherokee word gah-luh-quoh-dee-yoo (ᎦᎸᏉᏗᏳ) means respect / sacred / honored in English.
How to Pronounce It
Say it as gah-luh-quoh-dee-yoo. The 'quoh' syllable sounds like the 'quo' in 'quota'.
Using It in a Sentence
Cherokee: ᏗᏥᎸᏉᏕᏍᏗ ᏂᎦᏓ.
English: "Respect everyone."
Cultural Context
Respect is a core value, extending to all living things and the environment.
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Cherokee Word of the Day #230 — respect / sacred / honored
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