9.9K views · 948 reactions | Language is one of the most important aspects of Cherokee culture. Learn how to say “language” with Cherokee Word of the Week. | Visit Cherokee Nation | Facebook

In honor of #NationalDanceDay, the Cherokee Word of the Week is “dance.” From the Stomp Dance to the Bear, Friendship and Eagle, the expression of dance is an important part of Cherokee culture with great social and ceremonial meaning. | Visit Cherokee Nation

Shown is the Cherokee Ant Dance being done by participants at the Cherokee Winter Social at the Peaches Squirrell Sports & Recreation Complex in Cherokee, N.C., on the evening of Saturday, Jan. 25. The event featured an evening of social dances from various tribes from the U.S. and Canada. (Videography by Sheena Brings Plenty) | Cherokee One Feather

A ceremonial Cherokee dance with both spiritual and social meaning, celebrating important events and themes like harvest, redemption and forgiveness — the Cherokee Word of the Week is “stomp dance.” | Visit Cherokee Nation