Cherokee Word of the Day: Boundaries
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ᏗᎦᏟᏌᏅᎢ
dee-ga-tlee-sa-nv-ee
"Boundaries"
What It Means
The Cherokee word dee-ga-tlee-sa-nv-ee (ᏗᎦᏟᏌᏅᎢ) means Boundaries in English.
How to Pronounce It
Say it as dee-ga-tlee-sa-nv-ee. The 'tlee' sound requires placing your tongue against the side of your teeth.
Using It in a Sentence
Cherokee: ᏗᎦᏟᏌᏅᎢ ᏗᏓᏘᎿᏫᏍᏗ.
English: "The boundaries are guiding us."
Cultural Context
Boundaries define the legal jurisdiction of the Cherokee Nation and its reservation land.
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Cherokee Word of the Day #279 — Boundaries
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