Indonesian · Travel & Places
kereta
Train
Beginnernoun
Definition
A connected line of carriages that runs on rails.
Example
Kami naik kereta ke Yogyakarta.
We take the train to Yogyakarta.
Etymology
'Kereta' has origins in the Malay word for 'cart' or 'vehicle', which has evolved to refer to trains in contemporary Indonesian usage.
How & Where It’s Used
'Kereta' is commonly used in both formal and informal contexts, especially related to travel within Indonesia. The term is well recognized in urban and rural areas alike.