The average stature of the Dyaks is rather more than that of the Malays, while it is considerably under that of most Europeans.

Their forms are well proportioned, their feet and hands small, and they rarely or never attain the bulk of body so often seen in Malays and Chinese.
I am inclined to rank the Dyaks above the Malays in mental capacity, while in moral character they are undoubtedly superior to them.

They are simple and honest, and become the prey of the Malay and Chinese traiders, who cheat and plunder them continually.

They are more lively, more talkative, less secretive, and less suspicious than the Malay, and are therefore pleasanter companions.

The Malay boys have little inclination for active sports and games, which form quite a feature in the life of the Dyak youths, who, besides outdoor games of skill and strength, possess a variety of indoor amusements.