1. A type of machete: This is the most common meaning of "parang" in English. It refers to a large, heavy knife with a curved blade, typically used for clearing vegetation and other tasks.
2. A type of percussion instrument: In some contexts, "parang" may refer to a percussion instrument, especially in Southeast Asia.
3. A Malay word meaning "like" or "similar to": This usage is more common in Malay and Indonesian.
To determine the correct English translation, it's essential to know the context in which the word is used.
For example:
* "He used a parang to cut down the trees." (This refers to the machete.)
* "The parang was a traditional instrument used in the celebration." (This refers to the musical instrument.)
* "The new car looked parang a sports car." (This refers to the Malay word meaning "like" or "similar to".)