Cherokee Word of the Day: eagle
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ᎠᏬᎭᎵ
a-wo-ha-li
"eagle"
What It Means
The Cherokee word a-wo-ha-li (ᎠᏬᎭᎵ) means eagle in English.
How to Pronounce It
Say it as a-wo-ha-li. 'A-wo-ha-lee' - make sure to emphasize each syllable clearly.
Using It in a Sentence
Cherokee: ᎠᏬᎭᎵ ᎦᎸᎳᏗ ᎦᏃᎯᎵ.
English: "The eagle is flying high."
Cultural Context
Eagle feathers are sacred and used in many traditional ceremonies to represent peace and honor.
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Cherokee Word of the Day #64 — eagle
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