Golok vs. Parang

Goloknoun

An Indonesian cutting tool, similar to a machete, used in agriculture and as a weapon.

Golok

A golok is a cutting tool, similar to a machete, that comes in many variations and is found throughout the Malay archipelago. It is used as an agricultural tool as well as a weapon.

Parangnoun

A short, heavy, straight-edged knife used in Malaysia and Indonesia as a tool and weapon.

Parangnoun

A style of music originating from Trinidad and Tobago, strongly influenced by Venezuelan music.

Parangnoun

A stout strait-edged knife used in Malayasia and Indonesia.

Parangnoun

a stout straight knife used in Malaysia and Indonesia

Parang

Parang is a popular folk music originating from Venezuela and Trinidad and Tobago that was brought to Trinidad and Tobago by Venezuelan migrants who were primarily of Amerindian, Spanish, Mestizo, Pardo, Cocoa panyol, and African heritage, something which is strongly reflected in the music itself. The word is derived from two Spanish words: parranda, meaning to stop".