Cherokee Word of the Day: Peace
Welcome to the Osiyo.net Cherokee Word of the Day series! Each day we teach you a new Cherokee word — in the Cherokee syllabary, with phonetic pronunciation, meaning, and cultural context.
ᏙᎯ
doh-hee
"Peace"
What It Means
The Cherokee word doh-hee (ᏙᎯ) means Peace in English.
How to Pronounce It
Say it as doh-hee. The 'doh' is like the musical note, and the 'hee' is a soft breathy finish.
Using It in a Sentence
Cherokee: ᏙᎯ ᎢᏕᎲᎢ.
English: "We are living in peace."
Cultural Context
Dohi is more than just peace; it encompasses health, wellness, and being in balance with the world.
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Cherokee Word of the Day #280 — Peace
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