Cherokee Word of the Day: my grandfather (maternal)
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ᎠᎩᏚᏓ
a-gi-du-da
"my grandfather (maternal)"
What It Means
The Cherokee word a-gi-du-da (ᎠᎩᏚᏓ) means my grandfather (maternal) in English.
How to Pronounce It
Say it as a-gi-du-da. The 'du' and 'da' both use a soft 'd'.
Using It in a Sentence
Cherokee: ᎠᎩᏚᏓ ᎩᏟ ᎤᎧᎭ.
English: "My grandfather has a dog."
Cultural Context
Grandfathers often taught traditional hunting and survival skills to younger generations.
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Cherokee Word of the Day #47 — my grandfather (maternal)
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