táchééh
The Navajo word for sweat lodge is táchééh.
táchééh refers to a sweat lodge, which is a specific type of structure used in traditional practices.
Meaning: structure (noun)
Did you know?
- The word táchééh begins with the prefix tá-, which means 'water'.
- The process of purification in a táchééh is closely linked to the Navajo concept of 'Hózhó', which represents a state of balance, harmony and beauty.
- Unlike many modern saunas, a traditional táchééh is often a temporary structure built from willow branches and covered with earth or hides.
Examples in context
- Táchééh yáʼátʼéé.The sweat lodge is good.
Example conversation
Tyler and Michelle are visiting a traditional ceremony site.
- TylerTáchééh bee ááshį́į́dáá?Can I go into the sweat lodge?
- MichelleÁą́jí, táchééh góne'é dadiitʼą́.Yes, the sweat lodge is right there.
- TylerTáchééh łééʼ yee naasháá.I will walk toward the sweat lodge.
- MichelleTáchééh bito' bee łééʼ yááłtah.Wait by the sweat lodge door.
Sources
- Pronunciation: Wiktionary entry táchééh, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries táchééh, CC BY-SA 4.0.
