culture   Oceanian

9 commonsense assertions
Concepts (9) canoe (1) celebration of ancestral spirits (1) coconut (1) hollow (1) hula dance (1) shoes inside the house (1) surfing (1) tournament prestige (1) yam (1)
# Concept Culture Statement Freq.
1 canoe Oceanian The canoe is a significant cultural symbol and important mode of transportation in Oceania. 2
2 celebration of ancestral spirits Oceanian Oceanian culture celebrates ancestral spirits through communal gatherings, music, and rituals as a way to connect with and honor their ancestors. 1
3 coconut Oceanian Coconuts hold symbolic significance in Pacific Island communities as a representation of sustenance and cultural importance. 1
4 hollow Oceanian Hollow trees and logs are used as natural drums and musical instruments in Oceanian traditional ceremonies and rituals. 1
5 hula dance Oceanian The hula dance is an Oceanian cultural expression of Polynesian identity and is frequently used in storytelling and oral traditions. 1
6 shoes inside the house Oceanian In Oceanian culture, it is more common to walk barefoot or in socks inside the house rather than wearing outdoor shoes. 1
7 surfing Oceanian Surfing is an integral part of Polynesian culture and is often used for traditional ceremonies and rituals. 1
8 tournament prestige Oceanian Oceanian culture highly values and celebrates success in rugby tournaments like the Rugby World Cup and Super Rugby as a symbol of prestige. 1
9 yam Oceanian Yams hold deep cultural and spiritual significance in Pacific Island communities as a traditional food crop. 1