ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

Bangsawan

Okay kiddo, so bangsawan is a word that comes from Malaysia and it means noble or aristocrat. Back in the olden days, there were people who were born into rich and powerful families and they were called bangsawans. These families usually had a lot of land and money and they were very respected in society. Bangsawans also had their own culture and traditions, like music and dance performances that they would put on for their families and friends.

Nowadays, the term bangsawan is still used to talk about this special social class, but people also use it to describe a type of traditional theater performance. This type of performance combines elements of drama, dancing, singing and storytelling, and it's usually performed by actors who wear colorful costumes and masks.

So, in summary, bangsawan is a word that means noble or aristocrat and it can refer to a special social class in Malaysia or a type of traditional theater performance.
Related topics others have asked about: