| A | B |
| krama | a piece of cloth used as a sling/cradle for a baby |
| parasol | small, light umbrella used for sun protection |
| sarong | outer garment worn by men/women as an outer skirt |
| tentative | done as a trial; not definite or final |
| deferentially | respectfully |
| vulnerable | capable of being wounded; easily hurt, sensitive |
| pungent | sharp and stinging to the taste or smell |
| disdainfully | feeling dislike for something or someone thought of as beneath one; look down on |
| admonition | warning, mild reprimand, cautioning |
| inexplicable | that cannot be explained |
| wistfully | sadly songing, yearning |
| quay | landing place for boats and ships |
| languishing | to grow weak or feeble; live under unpleasant conditions that cause loss of health |
| sojourn | to live or stay in a place for a brief time |
| respite | brief period of rest or relief |
| askew | out of proper position |
| stealthily | moving or acting in a secret manner |
| retorts | quick, witty, or sharp replies |
| brazenly | without shame; boldly |
| tirade | long, very emothonal speech |