Self-name:
Jarai
Alt-name:
Giơ Ray, Chơ Ray
Local groups:
Chor, Hđrung, Aráp, Mthur, Tơbuân
Region of residence:
Tây Nguyên
Area of residence:
Gia Lai, Kon Tum, northern Dak Lak province and western Phu Yen province
Population (2019):
513930
Percent:
0.534%
Language group
Malay-Polynesia
Language family
Austronesian
The Jarai have been living in the Central Highlands for a long time. They live on farming, and have a system of land management and division since early times. On normal days, Jarai men wear pullovers and white striped loincloths - called "Toai". On holidays, they wear indigo loincloths with many bright patterns, called "Toai Kteh". Jarai women wear pullovers with high necklines, unbuttoned at the shoulder line, decorated with patterns on the hem, across the chest, on both shoulders, underarms and on the sleeves.