Tigua
- proper noun
- /ˈtiːɡwə/
- Many Tigua live in the Ysleta del Sur Pueblo near El Paso, Texas.
Examples
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The Tigua have preserved many of their traditional customs and ceremonies.
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A museum exhibit features artifacts from the Tigua and their ancestors.
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The Tigua people have a rich cultural heritage.
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Many Tigua members participate in traditional ceremonies.
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The Tigua are known for their vibrant crafts and storytelling traditions.
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In Texas, the Tigua community actively works to preserve their language and history.
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During the festival, the Tigua showcased their traditional dances and music.
Surface Forms
Etymology
Tigua is the name of a Native American person from the southwestern United States, especially near El Paso, Texas, and it means someone who belongs to that group. So calling someone a Tigua says they are a member of that community.