Cherokee Word of the Day: to learn
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ᎠᏕᎶᏆᏍᏗ
a-de-lo-quas-di
"to learn"
What It Means
The Cherokee word a-de-lo-quas-di (ᎠᏕᎶᏆᏍᏗ) means to learn in English.
How to Pronounce It
Say it as a-de-lo-quas-di. The final 'di' is often spoken very softly, almost like a 'ti'.
Using It in a Sentence
Cherokee: ᏣᎳᎩ ᎠᏕᎶᏆᏍᏗ ᎠᏆᏚᎵ.
English: "I want to learn Cherokee."
Cultural Context
Lifelong learning is a core value in many Tribal Nations.
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Cherokee Word of the Day #244 — to learn
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