Indonesian · Daily Life
kursi
Chair
Beginnernoun
Definition
A seat with a back for one person.
Example
Ada enam kursi di meja.
There are six chairs at the table.
Etymology
'Kursi' stems from Middle Persian 'kursiy,' which originally referred to a chair or seat. Over time, it integrated into Malay and Indonesian usage.
How & Where It’s Used
'Kursi' is commonly used in everyday conversation and writing, and it is applicable in both formal and informal settings across the Indonesian archipelago.