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Western Apache

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-bid[pɪ̀t]
noun
The front part of the human or animal body below the chest.

“shibid”

my belly

Also means
  1. belly
  2. stomach
  3. abdomen

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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-jád
noun
The part of the body used for standing, walking, and running.

“Shijád nłtłʼiz.”

My leg is strong.

Also means
  1. leg(s)

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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A
abcʼhí
noun
This word refers to a set of symbols used for writing. It is the term used for an alphabet.

“Dii abcʼhí hágohłee.”

Learn this alphabet.

Also means
  1. alphabet

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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acha
noun
A tool used for chopping wood.

“Acha yee tsitsʼil.”

He is chopping wood with the axe.

Also means
  1. axe

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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Alchisay
name
A famous Western Apache war hero who was awarded the Medal of Honor.

“Alchisay nizhonígo hant'í.”

Alchesay acted in a good way.

Also means
  1. William Alchesay; Western Apache war hero and Medal of Honor recipient
  2. William Alchesay

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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ałdóʼ
adv
A word used to indicate that something else is included or happens as well.

“Shí ałdóʼ yáshtįʼ.”

I am speaking also.

Also means
  1. also

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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ałkʼidą́ʼ
adv
Used to indicate that an action happened or was completed in the past.

“Ałkʼidą́ʼ shiyáá.”

I have already eaten.

Also means
  1. already

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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Anezgai
noun
The name for the period covering March and April, which literally translates to 'people get sick'.

“Anezgai biniyeʼ daʼdiidzį́.”

They are sick because of Anezgai.

Also means
  1. March, April (lit. 'People get sick')
  2. March, April

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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ashdla'i
num
The number that comes after four.

“Ashdla'i bijh yidą.”

Five deer are eating.

Also means
  1. five

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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at’eedn[atʰʔeːtn]
noun
This term refers to a young female person.

“At’eedn łigai bił nli.”

The girl is with the white horse.

Also means
  1. girl

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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au
particle
A particle used to express agreement or to say yes.

“au”

yes

Also means
  1. yes

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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Á
áád
noun
Refers to the weather condition where thick clouds or moisture stay close to the ground.

“Áád haaʼe.”

The fog is rising.

Also means
  1. fog
  2. mist
  3. fog, mist

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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áho[áxo]
intj
A polite expression used to show gratitude or appreciation.

“áho, shiɁʼaa.”

Thank you, my friend.

Also means
  1. thank you

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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B
ba'cho
noun
A wild canine animal that often lives and hunts in a pack.

“Ba'cho tł'oh dahgo'ii.”

The wolf is running in the grass.

Also means
  1. wolf

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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ba’olníí
adj
Used to describe someone who is good-looking or attractive.

“Dii hastiin ba’olníí.”

This man is handsome.

Also means
  1. handsome
  2. pretty

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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bąą[pãː]
noun
The person who gave birth to a child.

“Bąą yałtiʼ.”

Mother is talking.

Also means
  1. mother

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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baa dahgoz’áni
noun
This term is used to refer to a person who has a disability.

“Baa dahgoz’áni ya’a da’odą́.”

The disabled person is eating.

Also means
  1. a disabled person

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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bágashi
noun
A large domesticated animal that provides milk and meat.

“Bágashi tónłtłʼiz bikʼeh gozhǫ́.”

The cow is happy because of the water.

Also means
  1. cow
  2. cattle

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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Bailish
name
The name of a historical chief of the Eastern White Mountain Band. It is also the name of the settlement Bylas.

“Bailish ágohwéé.”

Bylas is over there.

Also means
  1. Bylas; historical chief of the Eastern White Mountain Band, namesake of the settlement of Bylas
  2. Bylas

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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báń áldeʼyú
noun
A place where bread is made and sold.

“Báń áldeʼyú yaa dahidiigááł.”

I am going to the bakery.

Also means
  1. bakery

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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báń łikane
noun
A sweet baked treat such as a cookie, cake, or pie.

“báń łikane dashįį.”

I am eating a cookie.

Also means
  1. cookie
  2. cake
  3. pie
  4. cookie, cake, pie

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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batsą́tsʼin
noun
The series of vertebrae extending from the skull to the pelvis, forming the main support of the body.

“Shi-batsą́tsʼin shidziih.”

My backbone hurts.

Also means
  1. backbone

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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baʼ nteelé
noun
A burrowing animal with a stocky body and strong claws.

“baʼ nteelé chʼosh yiyą́.”

The badger eats insects.

Also means
  1. badger

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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baʼtsoʼsii
noun
A wild animal known for being a trickster in many stories. It is a member of the canine family.

“Baʼtsoʼsii haʼiilįį.”

The coyote is howling.

Also means
  1. coyote

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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bee bikʼídisdizí
noun
A strip of material used to bind or protect a wound.

“Bee bikʼídisdizí yee bikʼídisdiz.”

He wrapped it with a bandage.

Also means
  1. bandage

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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bee ídadołzhooní
noun
The process of taking care of one's appearance or cleaning oneself.

“Bee ídadołzhooní bił kʼad yílyą.”

He is using his grooming tools now.

Also means
  1. grooming

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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bee ildeʼi
noun
A device used to take photographs or record video.

“bee ildeʼi yíyį́.”

He is holding a camera.

Also means
  1. camera

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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begoldohí
noun
A chart or device that shows the days, weeks, and months of the year.

“begoldohí yiyąą.”

He is looking at the calendar.

Also means
  1. calendar

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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beólde´é
noun
A large, heavy hammer used for breaking apart hard materials like stone or metal.

“Beólde´é bitsʹásí.”

The sledgehammer is heavy.

Also means
  1. sledgehammer

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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besh[pɛ́ʃ]
noun
A metal tool used for cutting.

“Besh chʼíyáʼí yaa nłtsé.”

The knife is sharp.

Also means
  1. knife

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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bésh biti’yá’iti’í
noun
A device used to talk to someone who is far away. It transmits sound through wires or electronic signals.

“Bésh biti’yá’iti’í bił yáłti’.”

He/she is speaking on the telephone.

Also means
  1. telephone

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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besh distʼog[peʃ tɪstʰʔok]
noun
A pointed tip that is attached to an arrow.

“Besh distʼog bee kʼaiʼé haashkał.”

I make arrows using an arrowhead.

Also means
  1. arrowhead

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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bésh diwozhi[bɛ́ʃ díwóʒí]
noun
A type of fencing wire constructed with sharp edges or points.

“Bésh diwozhi ndaʼish.”

The barbed wire is sharp.

Also means
  1. barbed wire

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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bésh eʼléhí
noun
A word used to refer to a computer or electronic machine.

“Bésh eʼléhí kʼehgo íyá.”

It works like a computer.

Also means
  1. computer

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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beʼígózíni yíka ntaahí
noun
This refers to details, facts, or pieces of information collected together.

“Beʼígózíni yíka ntaahí áyá.”

That is the information.

Also means
  1. data
  2. information
  3. data, information

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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béʼistsʼǫ́z
noun
A type of vegetable that consists of seeds in pods, commonly eaten as food.

“Béʼistsʼǫ́z yishteeh.”

I am cooking beans.

Also means
  1. beans

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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bį́[bĩʔ˦]
noun
A type of tough plant used by the Apache for basket weaving.

“Bį́ kʼaʼiitsʼos.”

The beargrass is thin.

Also means
  1. beargrass, Xerophyllum tenax

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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biabcʼhíí
noun
This noun means the alphabet belonging to them. It indicates that the writing system belongs to a specific group of people.

“Biabcʼhíí dąągo ayúí chʼiké.”

Their alphabet is very good.

Also means
  1. their alphabet

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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bibid
noun
A part of the body used for digestion. It can also refer to the container for fuel in a vehicle.

“Bibid shidiiłchííʼ.”

My stomach hurts.

Also means
  1. stomach
  2. gas tank

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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bibiiyeʼ
noun
Refers to the inside parts of a body or the hidden mechanical parts inside a vehicle.

“chʼéyátiʼ bibiiyeʼ bitsʼą́ą́dóó.”

The internal parts are from the machine.

Also means
  1. internal organs
  2. machinery under the hood of a car

Source: English Wiktionary via kaikki.org (Wiktextract) (CC-BY-SA-4.0), adapted.

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