How to Say “Peace” in Choctaw

By Russell Isaac • Updated October 2, 2026

achukma

/ətʃʊ́kma/

The Choctaw word for peace is achukma.

The term refers to a state of being free from war.

Meaning: state of being free from war (noun)

How do you pronounce it?

/ətʃʊ́kma/

Did you know?

Because achukma also means 'good', it is frequently used in daily greetings to ask if someone is doing well.
The word achukma is a cognate of the Chickasaw word chokma, meaning the two languages share a common ancestor or a direct historical link.
Choctaw speakers may use variations of achukma to express a desire for reconciliation and the restoration of kinship ties.

Example conversation

James and Sarah are discussing the news.

James

Achukma hshilv kashkash.
We want peace.
Sarah

Hishi achukma hshilv.
There is peace here.
James

Hika hanni achukma.
You speak of peace.
Sarah

Hishi hanni.
That is what I say.

Sources

Pronunciation: Wiktionary entry achukma, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
Word origins: Wiktionary entries achukma, CC BY-SA 4.0.

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About The Author

Russell Isaac

Hi there, I'm Russell. When I'm not immersing myself in the beautiful Cherokee language (ᏣᎳᎩ ᎦᏬᏂᎯᏍᏗ), you can find me out exploring nature or capturing the colors of the sunset on canvas. I'm a passionate language enthusiast, guide to all wanting to learn Cherokee, and a bit of an outdoorsman. My hobbies include bird-watching (ᎯᎳᎳ or "hila"), tracking bison, and trying to congregate with black foxes. I also write guides on Choctaw, another Native American language of the Southeast that I love exploring alongside Cherokee. I'm here to help you navigate the intricacies of the Cherokee language - from the simplest of greetings to expressing grander concepts; who knows, you might end up having a "good day" (ᏚᎾᏕᏘᏯ) in Cherokee sooner than you think!

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