Cherokee Word of the Day: weak
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ᎤᏩᎾᎦᎳ
u-wa-na-ga-la
"weak"
What It Means
The Cherokee word u-wa-na-ga-la (ᎤᏩᎾᎦᎳ) means weak in English.
How to Pronounce It
Say it as u-wa-na-ga-la. Ensure all 'a' sounds are open and clear, like in 'father'.
Using It in a Sentence
Cherokee: ᎤᏩᎾᎦᎳ ᎠᏫ.
English: "A weak deer."
Cultural Context
Weakness can refer to physical frailty or a lack of spiritual fortification.
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Cherokee Word of the Day #349 — weak
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