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What is the Cherokee Indian word for goodbye?

There isn't a single, universally accepted Cherokee word that directly translates to "goodbye." The Cherokee language is rich and nuanced, and how you say "goodbye" depends on the context and relationship between the speakers.

Here are a few options that might be used depending on the situation:

* "A-do-ni-gv-ga" (pronounced "ah-doh-nee-guh-gah"): This is a common, general farewell that can be used in many situations. It literally translates to "I will see you again."

* "A-da-gv-ge-na" (pronounced "ah-dah-guh-geh-nah"): This is a more formal farewell, meaning something like "I will see you later."

* "A-do-ni-gv-ge-na" (pronounced "ah-doh-nee-guh-geh-nah"): This is a more affectionate farewell, similar to "Take care."

* "A-di-gv-ge-na" (pronounced "ah-dee-guh-geh-nah"): This is a farewell used when someone is leaving for a short time, like "See you soon."

It's important to note that these are just a few examples, and there are many other ways to say goodbye in Cherokee. The best way to learn the appropriate phrase for a given situation is to ask a fluent Cherokee speaker.

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