Across
- 3. – Gathering place for celebrations or events
- 4. – Colorful paper or fabric flown in the sky, especially “wau”
- 6. Art – Traditional Malay and Chinese self-defense practices
- 7. – Smooth fabric often worn during special occasions
- 9. – Often used by hikers and travelers to explore Malaysia
- 11. – Refers to close-knit groups with shared traditions
- 13. Paste – Known as “belacan,” used in local dishes
- 15. – Festival celebrating the end of the rice harvest, like Kaamatan
- 20. – Spicy chili paste enjoyed across cultures in Malaysia
- 21. - a Chinese dress worn by women
- 22. – One of the main ethnic groups in Malaysia
- 23. – Tropical destination, like Langkawi and Redang
- 25. – Small treats, a local delights.
- 29. – Skewered meat grilled over open flames
- 32. – Art of using puppets, popular in Malay folklore
- 33. – Royal title in Malay and Borneo cultural stories
- 36. – Tool used in preparing food, important in many cuisines
- 38. – Used in festivals like Mid-Autumn, especially by Chinese communities
- 40. – Malaysia’s national celebration on August 31
- 42. – Essential ingredients in curries, sambals, and more
- 44. – Known as the “king of fruits” for its strong aroma
- 45. – A large cultural gathering or festival
- 46. – Island where Sabah and Sarawak are located
- 47. – Traditional musical instrument in Sabah and Sarawak
- 48. – Traditional lute from Sarawak, played by indigenous people
Down
- 1. – Ensemble of traditional Malay or Chinese instruments
- 2. Songs – Traditional songs passed down through generations
- 5. – Indigenous group native to Sarawak
- 8. – Traditional instrument
- 10. – Staple food eaten in most Malaysian meals
- 12. – Important symbol in Chinese culture, seen in festivals
- 13. – State known for its islands and Mount Kinabalu
- 14. – Hindu festival involving devotion and offerings
- 16. tarik – Frothy and delicious drink
- 17. – A food serve with soup, often spicy and flavorful
- 18. – Street vendor selling food in local markets
- 19. – Fabric with unique designs, popular across Malaysia
- 20. – Colorful Indian dress for women
- 24. – Traditional percussion used in festivals and ceremonies
- 26. – Small rural settlement with close-knit communities
- 27. – Island known for its rich blend of cultures and food
- 28. – Royal title for rulers in some Malaysian states
- 30. – Place of worship, often visited during festivals
- 31. – A traditional fabric worn around the waist
- 34. – Craft of making fabric, important in Borneo’s culture
- 35. – A major ethnic group in Malaysia with unique traditions
- 37. – Popular dessert with green noodles and coconut milk
- 39. Canai – Flaky flatbread served with dhal or curry, loved by all
- 41. – Key ethnic community with rich cultural heritage
- 43. – Popular food item made from soybeans, loved in Chinese cuisine