nahashchʼid
The Navajo word for badger is nahashchʼid.
This term refers to the kind of mammal known as a badger.
Meaning: a kind of mammal (noun)
Did you know?
- In some traditional Navajo stories, the badger is depicted as a clever figure, contrasting with the typical 'aggressive' stereotype of the animal in English.
- In Navajo culture, the badger is often associated with strength and a fierce, stubborn nature, making it a symbol of tenacity.
- Navajo is a tonal language, meaning the pitch you use when saying nahashchʼid can change the meaning of the word entirely.
Example conversation
Tyler and Jessica are hiking in the woods.
- TylerJessica, nahashchʼid yááłá.Jessica, a badger is over there.
- JessicaÁá', nahashchʼid tʼáá áání.Yes, there really is a badger.
- TylerTʼáá áko hólǫ́.It is just right there.
- JessicaHaashchʼid tʼáá ááshní.The badger is moving away.
