Indonesian · Adjectives

lama

Old; a long time

Beginneradjective

Definition

Having existed long, or taking a long time.

Example

Kota lama punya gedung-gedung indah.

The old town has beautiful buildings.

Etymology

'Lama' originates from Old Malay, meaning 'old' or 'a long time'. The word has kept its meaning and is widely recognized in the Indonesian language.

How & Where It’s Used

'Lama' is used informally in speech and can also appear in more formal settings in both written and spoken contexts.

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