The Khmer Krom are an ethnic minority in southern Vietnam, who have their own distinct culture. This includes:
* Language: Khmer Krom speak Khmer, a language closely related to Cambodian and Laotian.
* Religion: Most Khmer Krom are Theravada Buddhists, however, there are some who are Hindus or Muslims. However, a large population follows a local variant of Buddhism called "Buddhism Khleang" or "Buddhism of the boat and water".
* Customs: The Khmer Krom have a number of unique customs, including the use of the sampeah (a traditional greeting) and the performance of the robam apsara (a classical dance).
* History: The Khmer Krom people are descended from the ancient Khmer Empire, and their history is closely tied to that of Cambodia. They have their historical origins in the city of Funan which is located in what is today's southern Vietnam and southern Cambodia. They have been part of the area from the 2nd- 12th century.
What language do the Khmerkrom or Krom speak?
The Khmer Krom people speak Khmer Krom, a language closely related to Standard Khmer and classified in the same family. As a result, all three languages (Khmer, Khmer Krom, and Standard Khmer) are mutually intelligible.
