Cambodian cultural customs, festivals, and etiquette vocabulary tied to the Khmer language, one custom or term per card.
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- What is the traditional Khmer greeting gesture with pressed palms called?
- សម្ពោធ (Sampeah) - pressing palms together at chest level with a slight bow
- What is the name of the Cambodian New Year celebration held in April?
- ចូលឆ្នាំថ្មី (Chaul Chnam Thmey)
- What is the traditional Khmer tube skirt worn by both men and women called?
- សម្ពាត់ (Sampot)
- In Khmer culture, why should you keep your head lower than an elder's head?
- It is a sign of respect and acknowledgment of their superior position
- Why is the left hand avoided for eating or greeting in Khmer culture?
- It is traditionally reserved for personal hygiene and considered inappropriate for social interactions
- What is the 15-day Khmer observance honoring deceased ancestors called?
- បុណ្យភូមិន័ន (Pchum Ben)
- What is the traditional Khmer classical dance form, often performed at ceremonies?
- របាំរបាំ (Robam Boran) or Khmer classical ballet
- What number is considered especially auspicious in Khmer culture, symbolizing eternity?
- Nine (9)
- What is the traditional Khmer hand-to-hand martial art similar to kickboxing called?
- ល្វាងត្រាប់ (Lbokator)
- What respectful Khmer term means 'teacher' or 'master'?
- គ្រូ (Kru)
- For good fortune, which direction should the head point during sleep in Khmer belief?
- East or toward a temple
- In Khmer New Year celebrations, what does the ritual splashing of water symbolize?
- Cleansing of the old year and washing away bad luck
- What colors are traditionally given as gifts to ward off bad luck in Khmer culture?
- White items, or charms and amulets blessed at temples
- What does removing shoes before entering a home or temple signify in Khmer culture?
- Respect and spiritual purification, separating oneself from the outside world
- Why is giving gifts in pairs more auspicious than single items in Khmer culture?
- Pairs are considered luckier and bring greater blessings than solitary gifts
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