Cherokee Word of the Day: harmony
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
to-hi
"harmony"
What It Means
The Cherokee word to-hi (ᏙᎯ) means harmony in English.
How to Pronounce It
Say it as to-hi. Pronounce 'to' like the 'toe' on your foot.
Using It in a Sentence
Cherokee: ᏙᎯ ᏩᏆᏓᏅᏔ.
English: "I am at peace/harmony."
Cultural Context
Tohi refers to a state of balance and health within oneself and with the universe.
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Cherokee Word of the Day #320 — harmony
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