Cherokee Word of the Day: Freedom
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ᎲᏍᏛ
huh-s-dv
"Freedom"
What It Means
The Cherokee word huh-s-dv (ᎲᏍᏛ) means Freedom in English.
How to Pronounce It
Say it as huh-s-dv. The initial 'h' is followed quickly by a short 'uh' and then a sharp 's'.
Using It in a Sentence
Cherokee: ᎲᏍᏛ ᎣᏍᏛ.
English: "Freedom is good."
Cultural Context
In Cherokee philosophy, individual freedom is balanced with communal responsibility.
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Cherokee Word of the Day #272 — Freedom
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