Cherokee Word of the Day: Spirit or Wise Being
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ᎠᏓᏪᎯ
ah-dah-way-hee
"Spirit or Wise Being"
What It Means
The Cherokee word ah-dah-way-hee (ᎠᏓᏪᎯ) means Spirit or Wise Being in English.
How to Pronounce It
Say it as ah-dah-way-hee. The 'we' is pronounced like 'way'.
Using It in a Sentence
Cherokee: ᎠᏓᏪᎯ ᎤᏍᏗ.
English: "Little Spirit."
Cultural Context
This term refers to a being with great spiritual power or wisdom.
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Cherokee Word of the Day #29 — Spirit or Wise Being
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