basic words
種類 n. (c...y)
category
What do circular totems on the boat mean?
They symbolize the sun and eyes.
What is the gift from the ocean that shapes their culture?
Flying fish
不同的 a. (v...s)
Who can eat fatty flying fish?
The Yami(Tao) men only.
When can't the Tao people consume dried fish?
After Mid-Autumn Festival
obtain
What are taro roots for?
They are used to cover fishing boats.
What can the Tao people do from July to September?
They can Only dried and stored flying fish can be eaten.
傳承 ph.
pass down
What kind of a flying fish can the Yami (Tao) women eat?
The less fatty fish.
What actions should tourists to Lanyu avoid in order not to bring bad luck?
They should not touch or photograph the fishing boats and not ask about future fishing trips.
趕走 ph.
drive away
What is "alibangbang?"
The flying fish
What are the reasons behind restrictions on fishing and diving during the flying fish season?
To maintain harmony with nature and to avoid disturbing the local ecosystem.