dakota
word
duh-KOH-tuh
duh-KOH-tuh
Definition
Dakota can refer to a Native American people, their language, or to two states in the United States: North Dakota and South Dakota.
Usage & Nuances
When using "Dakota," specify if you mean the Native American people, their language, or the states (commonly "North Dakota" and "South Dakota"). In modern contexts, always capitalize "Dakota." Avoid confusing with unrelated uses (e.g., product names).
Spanish: DakotaPortuguese (BR): DakotaPortuguese (PT): DakotaChinese (Simplified): 达科他Chinese (Traditional): 達科他Hindi: डकोटाArabic: داكوتاBengali: ডাকোটাRussian: ДакотаJapanese: ダコタVietnamese: DakotaKorean: 다코타Turkish: DakotaUrdu: ڈاکوٹاIndonesian: Dakota
Example Sentences
The Dakota people have a rich history.
basic
Dakota is also a Native American language.
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I took a road trip across North and South Dakota last summer.
natural
Have you ever heard someone speak Dakota before?
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The documentary explores the traditions of the Dakota tribes.
natural
Many people live in Dakota states.
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