Note 3 — Chapter VI · [CONTINUATION OF STERN’S COMPOSITION.]
Alphonse Nahuys translation
1 A piece of linen. The Javanese women draw figures on such Sarongs wherewith they express some thoughts or emotion.—Sarong, a sort of petticoat. ↑
2 A handkerchief tied round the head; a sort of turban. The Javanese never appears with uncovered head. ↑
3 Betel. ↑
4 Pinang, gambier,—different spices. ↑
5 A broad-brimmed straw hat, affording protection from rain and sun. ↑
6 The rainy season. ↑
7 This is, when rightly spelt: “Ga gaauw naar de groote gracht,” = Go quickly to the great Canal. “Grietje gooit geen gare groete graag weg,” = Gertrude does not like to throw away any cooked vegetables. ↑
8 Literally translated = convulsive motion. ↑
9 Dress. ↑
10 Melati = a beautiful and fragrant flower. ↑
11 Kondek = chignon. ↑