Cherokee Word of the Day: heavy
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ᎦᎨᏓ
ga-ge-da
"heavy"
What It Means
The Cherokee word ga-ge-da (ᎦᎨᏓ) means heavy in English.
How to Pronounce It
Say it as ga-ge-da. The 'ga' and 'ge' sounds are slightly harder than in English, closer to 'ka' and 'kay'.
Using It in a Sentence
Cherokee: ᎦᎨᏓ ᏅᏯ.
English: "A heavy rock."
Cultural Context
Stones are often described as heavy not just in weight but in their ancient spiritual presence.
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Cherokee Word of the Day #359 — heavy
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