a. 다문화의
Malaysia is a multicultural country, where Chinese, Indian, Islamic, and traditional Malay cultures coexist with European influences.
coexist
v. 공존하다
Malaysia is a multicultural country, where Chinese, Indian, Islamic, and traditional Malay cultures coexist with European influences.
destination
n. 목적지
Hawaii is a popular tourist destination many people visit.
tropical
a. 열대의
Penang is a tropical island located off the northwest coast of Malaysia.
settler
n. 정착민
Its capital, George Town, was built by British settlers in the late 18th century and named after King George III.
name after
~의 이름을 따서 짓다
Its capital, George Town, was built by British settlers in the late 18th century and named after King George III.
diverse
a. 다양한
Our city is becoming more and more diverse in race and cultural background.
be struck by
~에 감명받다, 끌리다
As soon as we entered George Town, I was struck by its unique beauty.
mixture
n. 혼합물
Many buildings looked neither completely Western nor completely Eastern but a mixture of the two.
blend
v. 섞다, 혼합하다
Laksa is a spicy noodle soup that blends Chinese and Malay cuisine.
cuisine
n. 요리법, 요리
Laksa is a spicy noodle soup that blends Chinese and Malay cuisine.
luxurious
a. 화려한, 사치스러운
My favorite was Blue Mansion, a large, luxurious house built in the 19th century.
vivid
a. (빛·색깔이) 선명한
Painted in vivid blue and built in a style that combined Chinese and European architecture, it was both beautiful and unique at the same time.
architecture
n. 건축
Painted in vivid blue and built in a style that combined Chinese and European architecture, it was both beautiful and unique at the same time.
impressive
a. 인상적인
The next day, we went to see some impressive historical temples.
carving
n. 조각품
We went to see Sri Maha Mariamman Temple, which is covered with colorful carvings of countless Hindu gods and goddesses.
immigrant
n. 이민자
It is called that because many Armenian immigrants moved to this district in the 19th century.
trader
n. 상인
They did not stay long, and soon Chinese traders replaced them.
replace
v. 대신하다, 대체하다
They did not stay long, and soon Chinese traders replaced them.
in need of
~이 필요한
Although there were many white buildings, some badly in need of paint, there were also many other buildings painted in yellow, pink, orange, and brick-red.
slightly
ad. 약간
The colorfulness and slightly different decorations of the buildings made the whole street look really delightful.
decoration
n. 장식
The colorfulness and slightly different decorations of the buildings made the whole street look really delightful.
mural
n. 벽화
People are painting a mural on the wall.
artistically
ad. 예술적으로
Some of them were quite realistic, while others were artistically simplified or somewhat abstract.
local
a. 지역의
I was surprised to learn that these works of art were created not only by local people but also by artists from all parts of the world.
be known as
~라고 알려져 있다
Penang Street Market is known as the best place to see local crafts.
craft
n. 공예품
Penang Street Market is known as the best place to see local crafts.
ethnic
a. 민족 전통적인, 민족의
It really was full of beautiful ethnic goods, including clothes, shoes, wood carvings, woven baskets, and much more.
weave
v. 짜다
It really was full of beautiful ethnic goods, including clothes, shoes, wood carvings, woven baskets, and much more.
atmosphere
n. 분위기
The atmosphere was so lively and exciting that the entire event felt more like a small festival than a market.
sculpture
n. 조각품
My parents bought a small wooden sculpture of a monkey.
inhabitant
n. 주민
The seller explained that it was traditional artwork made by the Orang Asli, the inhabitants who have lived in Malaysia longer than anyone else.
stall
n. 노점
After having lunch at a food stall, we left for the airport.
have ... in common
~라는 공통점이 있다
I thought that Malaysia and Korea might have more in common than I had originally imagined.
tragic
a. 비극의
Like Korea, Malaysia was occupied by other countries but overcame this tragic history to achieve economic and cultural development.
embrace
v. 포용하다
I was deeply impressed by how the Malaysians have embraced their diversity and how it has made its culture richer.
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