Indonesian · Food & Drink

air

Water

Beginnernoun

Definition

The clear liquid essential for life.

Example

Minta segelas air putih.

A glass of water, please.

Etymology

'Air' comes from the Malay word for 'water,' which has retained its meaning in various dialects of Indonesian.

How & Where It’s Used

'Air' is universally used in both spoken and written forms, relevant in everyday communication in all regions of Indonesia.

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