Seneca Names
Here, you’ll find a list of plant names in Seneca, with phonetic pronunciations provided by Brennen Johns. Use this resource alongside the curriculum, New York’s Natural Resources 4-H Wild Edibles: A Guide to Tradition, Safety, and Conservation, designed to help you explore the beauty and diversity of plant life through the lens of the Seneca language. Whether you’re a language learner, a nature enthusiast, or simply curious, you’ll find valuable insights and practice opportunities to connect with the language and its cultural significance.
Quick Guides
Pronunciation Key
a--father
e--they
i--police
o--note
u--tune
ä--cat
ë--men (nasalized)
ö--own (nasalized)
w--wash
n--not
y--yes
d--dog
t--tail
g--girl
k--kite
s--sit
j--job
h--hat
' (after a vowel)--abruptly stops the sound
š or sy -- as in "sh" of show
:--long vowel
