shadow play in Malay
wayang kulit
shadow play in Malay: wayang kulit. In English, shadow play means an ancient form of storytelling and entertainment using opaque, often articulated figures in front of an illuminated backdrop to create the illusion of moving images.
Malay words for shadow play
- form of storytelling using opaque figures in front of an illuminated backdrop
- wayang kulit
English meaning of shadow play
- noun An ancient form of storytelling and entertainment using opaque, often articulated figures in front of an illuminated backdrop to create the illusion of moving images.
- noun A play of this form.
Synonyms of shadow play
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Questions about shadow play in Malay
- What is the meaning of shadow play in Malay?
- Shadow play in Malay is wayang kulit.
- Apakah maksud shadow play dalam bahasa Melayu?
- Shadow play: wayang kulit.
- What does shadow play mean in English?
- Shadow play means an ancient form of storytelling and entertainment using opaque, often articulated figures in front of an illuminated backdrop to create the illusion of moving images.
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