Cherokee Word of the Day: peace
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ᏅᏩᏙᎯᏯᏓ
nv-wa-do-hi-ya-da
"peace"
What It Means
The Cherokee word nv-wa-do-hi-ya-da (ᏅᏩᏙᎯᏯᏓ) means peace in English.
How to Pronounce It
Say it as nv-wa-do-hi-ya-da. The 'ya' is a flat 'a' sound like in 'father'.
Using It in a Sentence
Cherokee: ᏅᏩᏙᎯᏯᏓ ᏣᏤᎵᎦ ᎨᏎᏍᏗ.
English: "May peace be yours."
Cultural Context
This word encompasses peace, health, and a sense of completeness.
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Cherokee Word of the Day #319 — peace
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