concept   thangka
culture   United States
statement   The thangka, as a cultural artifact, is not widely recognized or understood in the United States.

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# Concept Culture Statement Freq.
1 dinka United States Dinka may not be commonly known outside of South Sudan and surrounding regions. 1
2 fika United States Not a common social practice and not recognized as a specific cultural institution. 1
3 fika (coffee break) United States Not as widely practiced and not as formalized, individuals may take coffee breaks at work to grab a drink or snack 1
4 thangka United States Thangkas are often admired as beautiful works of art but may not be recognized for their religious significance and ceremonial use. 1
5 use of thanaka United States Uncommon and relatively unknown as a skincare product 1