Southeast Asia Vocabulary - Myanmar

to take part in an activity or event that others are already engaged in

to set something on fire

a block or stick of wax with a string inside that can be lit to produce light

a portable light consisting of a handle and a housing that contains a light source

inspiring wonder or delight, as if possessing enchanting qualities

the mood or feeling of a particular environment, especially one created by art, music, or decor

a thick and flat piece of hard material, such as a stone, metal, wood, etc. that is usually in the shape of a square or rectangle

to create or produce something by cutting or shaping a material, such as a sculpture or design

a doctrine that is taught

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

the customs, traditions, rituals, and behaviors that are inherited and preserved within a community or society over time

characterized by calmness, tranquility, and peacefulness

an area of scenery visible in a single view

a multi-story temple located in East or South Asia with a curved roof at each story

to emit or reflect light or brightness

in a manner that emits a strong or intense light

a mixture in which different elements are combined evenly

(of a building) to remain upright and structurally sound

any territory under the full or partial control of another more powerful nation, often occupied by settlers from that nation

the state of being free from the control of others

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

to form the whole or a part of something

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

an expression of polite and friendly gestures or words when meeting someone

a person older in age or experience than another

people born and living at approximately the same period of time

causing strong admiration or shock due to beauty or impact

a person whose occupation or hobby is catching fish

to move a boat or other watercraft through water using oars or paddles

borne up by or suspended in a liquid

one of a set of supporting metal or wood posts that hold a building above the ground or water

a set of values, rules, standards, and principles typical to a person or group

from a very short distance away

the types of food or drink that people or animals usually consume

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

transformed by natural microorganisms, often resulting in the creation of acids, gases, or alcohol

firm and making a crisp sound when pressed, stepped on, or chewed

the way that a certain type of food feels in one's mouth, whether it is hard, smooth, etc.

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

a stand or a small table or shop with an open front where people sell their goods

drive a skewer through

to follow or live according to the rules, beliefs, or customs of a religion or tradition

a defining or distinctive feature of something

a member of a male religious group that lives in a monastery

a member of a female religious group that lives in a convent

a loose cloak worn on official occasions or special ceremonies

to gather contributions from individuals or organizations for a charitable cause or purpose

connected with God or a god, and considered holy or deeply respected in religious contexts

a gift or item presented in a religious ceremony as a sign of respect, devotion, or sacrifice

to shine with a soft and gentle light that is usually not very bright

the quality of relating to the human spirit or religious matters rather than material things

to remove something entirely