Cherokee Word of the Day: he/she is drinking
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ᎠᏗᏔᏍᎦ
a-di-ta-s-ga
"he/she is drinking"
What It Means
The Cherokee word a-di-ta-s-ga (ᎠᏗᏔᏍᎦ) means he/she is drinking in English.
How to Pronounce It
Say it as a-di-ta-s-ga. Keep the 'di' short and sharp, like the 'dee' in 'deep'.
Using It in a Sentence
Cherokee: ᎠᎹ ᎠᏗᏔᏍᎦ.
English: "He is drinking water."
Cultural Context
Water (ama) is considered a sacred element in Cherokee culture, used for both physical and spiritual cleansing.
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Cherokee Word of the Day #93 — he/she is drinking
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