Wechuge

Pronunciation: /wɛˈtʃuːʒ/

Definitions of Wechuge

noun A mythical creature from Cherokee folklore, described as a giant hairy humanoid with supernatural abilities.

Example Sentences

A1 Wechuge is a mythical creature from Cherokee folklore.

A2 The Wechuge is said to be a shape-shifter that preys on humans.

B1 Legends of the Wechuge have been passed down through generations.

B2 The Wechuge is often depicted as a terrifying monster in Cherokee stories.

C1 Scholars have debated the origins and meanings of the Wechuge legend.

C2 The Wechuge represents the fear of the unknown in Cherokee culture.

Examples of Wechuge in a Sentence

formal The Wechuge is a mythical creature from Algonquian folklore.

informal Have you heard the legend of the Wechuge?

slang Let's watch a movie about the Wechuge, it's so creepy!

figurative His anger was like a Wechuge, fierce and uncontrollable.

Grammatical Forms of Wechuge

• past tense: Wechuged
• plural: Wechuges
• comparative: more Wechuge
• superlative: most Wechuge
• present tense: Wechuge
• future tense: will Wechuge
• perfect tense: have Wechuged
• continuous tense: is Wechuging
• singular: Wechuge
• positive degree: Wechuge
• infinitive: to Wechuge
• gerund: Wechuging
• participle: Wechuged

Origin and Evolution of Wechuge

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: Yupik

Story behind the word: The word 'Wechuge' originates from the folklore of the Yupik people of Alaska.

Evolution of the word: Originally used to describe a malevolent shape-shifting spirit in Yupik mythology, the term 'Wechuge' has evolved to also represent a concept of evil or malevolence in a broader sense.