culture   Senegal

26 commonsense assertions
Concepts (26) family (1) senegalese (1) fashion (1) fishing industry (1) french influence (1) french language (1) kora (1) rice (1) titi (1) african traditional attire (1) car tire (1) deaf person (1) fishing gear (1) griot (1) hip-hop music (1) homecoming (1) musical traditions (1) passer (1) religion (1) senega (1) snowboard trick (1) soccer fan culture (1) soccer stadiums atmosphere (1) sunset (1) technology and internet access (1) traditional wrestling (1) more
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1 family Senegal In Senegalese culture, extended family members often live together and play a significant role in daily life. 6
2 senegalese Senegal Senegalese culture values family, community, diversity, hospitality, and French language proficiency. 5
3 fashion Senegal Senegalese fashion culture favors sophisticated, high-end designer brands. 3
4 fishing industry Senegal The fishing industry is essential for food security and economic stability in Senegal. 3
5 french influence Senegal The French colonial ties have strongly influenced Senegalese language, cuisine, and music. 2
6 french language Senegal The French language has influenced local dialects and cultural expressions in Senegal. 2
7 kora Senegal The kora is a traditional West African string instrument used in Griot storytelling and social gatherings in Senegal. 2
8 rice Senegal Senegal's popular Jollof rice dish is made with broken rice, unique spices, and is often served with fish. 2
9 titi Senegal In Senegal, Titi is a popular nickname for young girls in close-knit communities. 2
10 african traditional attire Senegal Senegalese traditional attire is diverse and unique, reflecting the country's regional traditions and styles. 1
11 car tire Senegal In Senegal, car tires are frequently repaired and reused to extend their lifespan and reduce expenses. 1
12 deaf person Senegal In Senegal, deaf individuals have limited access to sign language and support from the deaf community. 1
13 fishing gear Senegal In Senegal, fishing gear for traditional artisanal fishing includes brightly colored wooden boats and hand-woven nets. 1
14 griot Senegal Griots are highly respected traditional storytellers and oral historians in Senegalese culture and throughout West African societies. 1
15 hip-hop music Senegal Hip-hop music has a strong following and influence in Senegal's music scene and culture. 1
16 homecoming Senegal In Senegalese culture, homecoming often includes rituals related to coming of age and the welcoming of individuals back to the community after initiation or rites of passage. 1
17 musical traditions Senegal Senegal's musical traditions include griot music with storytelling and oral history, typically performed with instruments such as kora and balafon. 1
18 passer Senegal In Senegal, 'passer' can refer to small snacks or quick street food. 1
19 religion Senegal Islam is the main religion in Senegal and has a significant influence on daily life and societal norms. 1
20 senega Senegal Senega, a medicinal plant, is widely used in traditional medicine in Senegal for its expectorant properties. 1
21 snowboard trick Senegal Snowboard tricks are uncommon and not widely practiced in Senegal due to the absence of snow and winter sports culture. 1
22 soccer fan culture Senegal Senegal's soccer fan culture is characterized by vibrant drumming, energetic dances, and colorful attire during matches. 1
23 soccer stadiums atmosphere Senegal In Senegal, soccer stadiums have an energetic and enthusiastic atmosphere with lively drumming, dancing, and colorful displays creating a sense of community and togetherness. 1
24 sunset Senegal In Senegal, watching the sunset is a popular and valued social tradition. 1
25 technology and internet access Senegal Limited technology and internet access in Senegal results in less emphasis on digital privacy and security. 1
26 traditional wrestling Senegal Traditional wrestling in Senegal is highly revered as an important cultural tradition and a display of strength and bravery. 1