Cherokee Word of the Day: student
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ᎠᏕᎶᏆᏍᎩ
a-de-lo-gwa-s-gi
"student"
What It Means
The Cherokee word a-de-lo-gwa-s-gi (ᎠᏕᎶᏆᏍᎩ) means student in English.
How to Pronounce It
Say it as a-de-lo-gwa-s-gi. The 's' in 's-gi' is a short, sharp hiss before the 'gi' sound.
Using It in a Sentence
Cherokee: ᎠᏕᎶᏆᏍᎩ ᎣᏏ ᎠᏓᏅᏔ.
English: "The student feels good."
Cultural Context
A student is 'one who is learning.' Learning is considered a lifelong process in Cherokee thought.
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Cherokee Word of the Day #332 — student
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