Cherokee Word of the Day: city
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ᏓᎦᏚᎲ
da-ga-du-hv
"city"
What It Means
The Cherokee word da-ga-du-hv (ᏓᎦᏚᎲ) means city in English.
How to Pronounce It
Say it as da-ga-du-hv. The 'hv' at the end is a soft breathy sound, similar to 'huh'.
Using It in a Sentence
Cherokee: ᏓᎦᏚᎲ ᏫᏥᎦᏘ.
English: "I am going to the city."
Cultural Context
This word shares its root with 'town' or 'settlement.' Cherokee communities were historically organized into distinct towns.
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Cherokee Word of the Day #326 — city
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