Sundanese People
English (EN)
The Sundanese (Sundanese: Urang Sunda, Indonesian: Suku Sunda) are the second-largest ethnic group in Indonesia, numbering approximately 40 million people. They are primarily concentrated in West Java, banten, and parts of Jakarta.
Language and Literature
The Sundanese language is spoken by over 40 million people. It has several dialects and its own script, the Sundanese script (Aksara Sunda), which is derived from the Pallava script. The tradition of Sundanese literature includes pantun (poems), folklore, and historical chronicles.
Culture and Arts
Sundanese culture is renowned for its refined and gentle character:
- Gamelan Degung – A distinct style of gamelan music, quieter and softer than the Javanese style
- Kecapi Suling – A traditional musical ensemble featuring a zither (kecapi) and bamboo flute (suling)
- Angklung – A bamboo musical instrument, recognized by UNESCO as Intangible Cultural Heritage
- Wayang Golek – Three-dimensional wooden puppet theater, distinct from Javanese Wayang Kulit
- Sundanese Dance – Gentle, flowing movements, often performed in graceful group formations
Cuisine
Sundanese cuisine is known for its freshness and balance, often featuring raw vegetables with sambal (chili paste). Signature dishes include:
- Nasi Liwet – Rice cooked with coconut milk and spices
- Karedok – Raw vegetable salad with peanut sauce
- Lalapan – Fresh vegetables with sambal
- Kopi Jempol – Sundanese-style coffee
Social Character
Sundanese society is known for its gentleness and politeness. The people of West Java are often described as halus (refined) and teu gopal (not easily provoked). This character is reflected in their preference for conflict resolution through conversation and mutual understanding.
Historical Role
While the Javanese built the great empires to the east, the Sundanese were the dominant group of West Java, with their own kingdoms such as the Sunda Kingdom and the Galuh Kingdom. The region later became a center of Islamic learning and trade under the Cirebon Sultanate.
中文 (ZH)
巽他人（巽他语：Urang Sunda，印尼语：Suku Sunda）是印度尼西亚第二大族群，人口约4000万，主要分布在西爪哇。
语言与文学
巽他语使用人口超过4000万，拥有自己的文字系统。巽他文学传统包括诗歌和民间传说。
文化与艺术
巽他文化以温和精致著称：
- 昂格隆 — 竹制乐器，联合国教科文组织非物质文化遗产
- 戈勒克皮影戏 — 不同于爪哇的三维木偶戏
社会性格
巽他人以温和和礼貌著称，常被描述为“优雅”和“不易激怒”的民族。
Bahasa Indonesia (ID)
Suku Sunda adalah kelompok etnis terbesar kedua di Indonesia, berjumlah sekitar 40 juta jiwa.
知识关联
- indonesian-ethnic-overview · 印尼民族与文化总览
- javanese-people · 爪哇人