How to Say “Peace” in Lakota

By Colin Robert • Updated October 2, 2026

wólakȟota

The Lakota word for peace is wólakȟota.

wólakȟota is a noun used to describe the state of being free from war.

Meaning: state of being free from war (noun)

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The word wólakȟota literally contains the name of the people themselves, translating to 'the state of being Lakota'.
Traditional Lakota philosophy links wólakȟota to the concept of 'walking in beauty', where peace is an active practice of living correctly with nature.
In some Lakota contexts, the idea of peace is closely tied to the 'Sacred Pipe', which is used in ceremonies to establish wólakȟota between warring parties.

Examples in context

Wólakȟota ye.
There is peace.

Example conversation

Darrell and Glenda are discussing the state of the world.

Darrell

Wólakȟota tȟókȟaye aníyokȟáya.
The people need peace.
Glenda

Héčha, wólakȟota tȟókȟaye.
Yes, peace is needed.
Darrell

Wólakȟota waštéčhiya.
Peace is a good thing.
Glenda

Wólakȟota čhaȟasni tókȟaye.
But there is no peace now.

Sources

Word origins: Wiktionary entries wólakȟota, CC BY-SA 4.0.

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About The Author

Colin Robert

Hello! I'm Colin, a language enthusiast. When I'm not helping others say "Taŋyáŋ yahípi" (All My Relations) in Lakota, or guiding them on saying "Ičúŋčiyapi" (My Name Is), I’m probably exploring the untouched landscapes, or daydreaming about "Wičhíyena" (Eagles) and "Oȟčéthi Šakówiŋ" (Mountain). My writings aim to bridge the gap between cultures while appreciating the beauty of indigenous languages. My adventurous spirit is as vast as "Maȟpíya" (Sky). Let’s savour this beautiful language journey together!

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