Southeast Asia Vocabulary - Malajsie

the practice of involving many people from different cultures, social backgrounds, sexual orientations, etc.

causing strong admiration or shock due to beauty or impact

an area of scenery visible in a single view

(of a place or environment) full of activity, energy, and excitement, often with a lot of people moving around and engaged in various tasks or social interactions

the main part of a continent or country that is connected to a larger landmass, excluding surrounding islands or territories

full of energy, enthusiasm, and life

incredibly impressive or beautiful, often leaving one feeling amazed

the number of people who live in a particular city or country

a quick or partial view of something, often fleeting or incomplete

to exert a significant influence on the development, nature, or outcome of something

a state or territory ruled by a sultan

someone who buys and sells goods wholesale

to gain the power to make decisions in a situation

the act of invading and controlling a country, city, etc.

the state of being free from the control of others

a remarkable natural feature or phenomenon that is extraordinary or awe-inspiring

containing or composed of sand

(of plants) existing and growing densely close together with little space in between, creating a lush and impenetrable area

the pointed top of a mountain

to possess or exhibit a specific vertical height

someone who walks a lengthy path in the country in order to have fun or exercise

to get out of or avoid an unpleasant situation

a soft, red juicy fruit with small seeds on its surface

a large piece of land used for growing sugar cane, coffee, tea, etc., particularly in a hot country

a rest from the work or activity we usually do

the activity of swimming beneath the water's surface while breathing through a hollow tube named a snorkel

*** the sport or activity of swimming or exploring under water

a group of people who share a common culture, language, religion, or ancestry

relating to the original inhabitants of a particular region or country, who have distinct cultural, social, and historical ties to that land

describing two or more things that are positioned next to each other

a state of compatibility or coordinated action among people, ideas, or groups

something that provides great pleasure or enjoyment

food that is made in a special way as part of a meal

a white and creamy liquid made from coconut flesh, used as a substitute for dairy milk

a small shoaling fish that is used as food or as bait and resembles herrings

a type of thin, long food made with flour and egg, eaten in a soup or with sauce

a flavorful liquid made by simmering meat, fish, or vegetables in water

flat and thin type of bread that contains no yeast

(of food) having a firm, dry texture that makes a sharp, crunching sound when broken or bitten

a variety of dishes originating from South Asia, typically made with meat, vegetables, etc., cooked in a hot sauce and then served with rice

a small meal that is usually eaten between the main meals or when there is not much time for cooking

ready-to-eat food or beverages that are sold by vendors in public places

a long wooden or metal stick that is inserted into pieces of food, especially meat, to hold them together while being cooked

something considered choice to eat

the outline of objects seen against the sky

a building used for worshiping one or several gods, used by some religious communities, especially Buddhists and Hindus

offering exceptional comfort, high quality, and indulgence

the process of making or producing goods, especially in large quantities, typically using machinery or labor

to regard highly and consider something as important, beneficial, or worthy of appreciation

an inhabitant of a particular area or community

a profession or a series of professions that one can do for a long period of one's life

in a way that relates to a specific location or nearby area

to guess the value, number, quantity, size, etc. of something without exact calculation

all wild animals, considered as a whole, living in the natural environment

a difficult and lengthy journey, often taken on foot or by hiking

a journey taken by a ship for pleasure, especially one involving several destinations

a walkway or path built high among the tops of trees, allowing people to move through or observe the forest canopy

a community of living organisms together with their physical environment, interacting as a system