Cherokee Word of the Day: rain
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ᎠᎦᏍᎩ
a-ga-s-gi
"rain"
What It Means
The Cherokee word a-ga-s-gi (ᎠᎦᏍᎩ) means rain in English.
How to Pronounce It
Say it as a-ga-s-gi. 'Ah-gah-s-ghee' - the 's' is a quick hiss between syllables.
Using It in a Sentence
Cherokee: ᎠᎦᏍᎩ ᎦᎷᎩ.
English: "The rain is coming."
Cultural Context
Rain is vital for the crops, specifically the Three Sisters (corn, beans, and squash).
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Cherokee Word of the Day #68 — rain
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