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What does Sidanelv mean?
We consider all of you part of our extended family, so this week’s word of the week is “sidanelv,” which means “family.” Do you have any great memories of your family you’d like to share?
What does wadoo mean in Cherokee?
Many of us know “wado’ is how we say “thank you” in the Cherokee language.
What is the meaning of WADO?
WADO
| Acronym | Definition |
|---|---|
| WADO | Web Access to DICOM (Digital Imaging and Communications in Medicine) Objects |
| WADO | West African Development Objective (Ghana) |
What do you call your grandfather in Cherokee?
If you’re speaking to him, “Grandfather” is Edudu in Cherokee. But just as with “grandmother,” that originally referred only to your maternal grandfather. Paternal grandparents were called Enisi. It’s a distinction that’s disappearing, though. Many Cherokees use Edudu for either grandfather.
Is there a word list for the Cherokee language?
The Cherokee Language Consortium also maintains a word list that is available for download. Please choose ONE criteria in which to search.
Where do you find negatives in Cherokee dictionary?
Once you learn to pronounce the syllables distinctly, you can imitate the pitch and rhythm of Cherokee people who grew up speaking the language. The accent usually falls on the next-to-last syllable. Negative: You can also find the negative: He (or she) and I will not be working. Gesdi yidoginilvwisdanehesdi.
What does ulisi mean in the Cherokee language?
“Ulisi” means “his or her grandmother.” “Elisi” is a vocative form, used when you’re speaking to your own grandmother. Very insightful, thank you. I am a bit confused. On a few other pages it said that your maternal grandmother is Enisi, and your paternal grandmother is Elisi.