Variations: Gawia Oran
English: Ritual which is observed before land is burnt and cleared for planting padi. Here the priestess accompanied by the priests, leads a ritual which drives away the bad spirits.
Bahasa Malaysia: Gawai Olan
bingon olan: a roadside
gawia: a religious ceremony
gawia pari’ pu’unt: a religious ceremony to celebrate the eating of new rice - This ritual ceremony is usually carried out some time in April right after the harvest is over.
gawia sowa': a Bidayuh new year celebration - The official date falls on June 1st of every year. However, the festivities begin at the end of May and can last until the beginning of July. Some of the activities include traditional and cultural events combined with more contemporary experiences like sports and entertainment. Both locals and tourists are invited to join in the celebration to sample the fun, exotic food and lots of drinks.
motas olant: to cross the road
ngipolank punjuol: criss-crossing all over
nyolan: to clear a path
olant: a road or street
tolant: to throw away