Cherokee Word of the Day: Membership or Enrollment
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ᎤᏓᏓᏓᎸᎢ
oo-da-da-da-lv-ee
"Membership or Enrollment"
What It Means
The Cherokee word oo-da-da-da-lv-ee (ᎤᏓᏓᏓᎸᎢ) means Membership or Enrollment in English.
How to Pronounce It
Say it as oo-da-da-da-lv-ee. The repeated 'da' syllables should be rhythmic and equal in length.
Using It in a Sentence
Cherokee: ᎤᏓᏓᏓᎸᎢ ᎦᎸᏉᏗᏳ.
English: "Membership is sacred/honorable."
Cultural Context
Tribal citizenship is based on lineal descent from the Dawes Rolls.
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Cherokee Word of the Day #269 — Membership or Enrollment
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