Cherokee
Pronunciation: [ˈtʃɛrəki]
Context: "culture"
(noun) a Native American tribe originally from the southeastern United States. They have their own unique culture, language, and history.
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The Cherokee people have a rich tradition of storytelling and art.
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Not all Native American tribes are Cherokee; there are many different groups with various cultures.
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What are some important customs of the Cherokee tribe?
Context: "language"
(noun) the language spoken by the Cherokee people. It is a part of their culture and is different from English.
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Many Cherokee speakers are working to teach the language to younger generations.
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English is not the only language spoken in the area; Cherokee is also used by some people.
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Do you know how to say 'hello' in Cherokee?
Context: "identity"
(adjective) related to or describing the Cherokee tribe and its culture. If something is Cherokee, it connects to the values or traditions of the Cherokee people.
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She wore a Cherokee dress during the cultural festival.
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That museum exhibit was not Cherokee; it focused on a different Native American tribe.
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What makes a traditional dish Cherokee?