Turkmen cultural customs, traditions, and etiquette vocabulary, one custom or term per card.
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Turkmen pilaf, the iconic rice and meat dish central to hospitality and celebrations.- Myhmansöýerlik
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Hospitality, one of the most deeply held Turkmen values.- Saçak
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The cloth spread on which meals are laid out for a gathering.- Keçe
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A traditional handmade felt rug.- Haly
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The famous Turkmen hand-woven carpet, a national symbol appearing even on the flag.- Göl
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The distinctive medallion-like carpet pattern, with a different design traditionally linked to each Turkmen tribe.- Telpek
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The traditional large sheepskin hat worn by Turkmen men.- Ýaşmak
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A traditional veil once worn by married Turkmen women, covering the lower face before elders as a sign of modesty.- Nowruz
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The spring New Year festival, celebrated with feasting and renewal.- Toý
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A large traditional celebration, especially a wedding feast, central to Turkmen social life.- Nika
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The marriage rite, the formal act of getting married.- Ýaşulular
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Respected elders, whose opinions carry great weight in community and family decisions.- Salamlaşmak
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The custom of greeting one another warmly and respectfully, often at length.- Çaýhana
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A traditional teahouse, a social gathering place for conversation over tea.- Dutar
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A traditional two-stringed long-necked instrument, central to Turkmen music.
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