Cansasa
When is the best time to harvest Cansasa (red willow)?
Winter
What is the Lakota word for "sweetheart"?
Cante Skuya
What is the basic sentence structure in Lakota?
Subject-Object-Verb (SOV)
What natural element is mentioned in the lyric "Anpe wi kola wiyelo"?
the sun
What does "hanpaecun" mean?
hand games
What is the lakota word for medicine?
Pejuta
Which word means "to cherish something/someone"?
Tehginla
How do you say "Do you love me?" in Lakota?
Cantemayakiya he/hwo?
How many syllables are in "omakiyayo"?
What is five syllables (o-ma-ki-ya-yo)?
How do you pronounce "wauwe"?
wah-oo-weh?
What is one traditional use of Cansasa (red willow)?
Smoking cannupa
What does "Mayaluskinskin" mean?
You make me happy
What does "Waciyaka ca wiluskin" mean?
When I see you I’m happy
Name one traditional purpose of Lakota ceremonial songs.
What is to connect spiritually, offer prayers, or mark sacred events?
Why do you repeat difficult phrases when learning Lakota songs?
Improve pronouciation, gain confidence, and or have clarity
True or False: Red willow is typically harvested in the middle of summer for the best medicinal properties.
False
What is the word for "you are beautiful/handsome"?
Owayagniwaste
What is the correct response in Lakota for "Do you love me?" if you don’t love them?
Hiya, canteciciye sni
What lesson does the song "Anpe wi kola wiyelo" teach?
What is gratitude for the sun and seeking spiritual help or guidance?
Why is learning Lakota songs important?
hat is it helps preserve language, culture, and tradition?
Why is the bark easiest to peel during late fall, winter, or early spring?
The plants energy is planted in the stems
How do you say "I love you" if you are a man speaking in Lakota?
Waštéčhilake
What’s a playful way to say "None of your business" in Lakota?
Iyoniwaja sni
In the lyrics, where is the "cannunpa" placed?
hocoka(altar)
What is the full lyrics to the second song?
hanpapecun / waci na / wiwazica cha/ Wanyan ki na/ leciyatan Wauwe
extra 100 points to have everyone sing it