Journal of Mathematics Instruction, Social Research and Opinion
Vol. 4 No. 4 (2025): December

Ethnomathematical Exploration of The Geometric Structure of The Kepahiang Traditional House

Sari, Listri Maya (Unknown)
Ramadianti, Winda (Unknown)
Fitriani, Apriza (Unknown)



Article Info

Publish Date
31 Dec 2025

Abstract

This study examines ethnomathematics in the architecture of the Kepahiang Traditional House or Bubungan Lima. Using an ethnographic qualitative approach, this study focuses on identifying mathematical concepts in the physical form, structure, and philosophy of buildings. Data were collected through participatory observation, in-depth interviews with cultural experts, and documentation. The results of the study show that this traditional house is rich in geometric applications, including flat (rectangles, triangles), spatial (limas, cylinders), geometric transformations (reflection, translation, rotation), and lines (parallel, perpendicular) in ornaments and structures. In addition, there was also a traditional body-based measurement system and construction techniques without iron nails that reflected the implicit mathematical understanding of the Rejang people of proportion, precision, and structural strength. All of these findings confirm that ethnomathematics in the Kepahiang Traditional House is a manifestation of local wisdom rich in mathematical meaning. This is highly relevant as a context-based, culture-based learning resource to bridge abstract mathematical concepts while fostering students' appreciation of their local cultural identity.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

misro

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Subject

Humanities Education Languange, Linguistic, Communication & Media Mathematics Social Sciences

Description

The Journal of Mathematics Instruction, Social Research and Opinion (MISRO) is a peer-reviewed scholarly online journal. The MISRO is published in March, July, and November three times a year. The MISRO is a non-profit journal whose publication is free of charge. The articles should be original, ...