Indonesian · Work & Business
rekan kerja
Colleague
Intermediatenoun
Definition
A person you work with.
Example
Rekan kerja saya ramah-ramah.
My colleagues are friendly.
Etymology
'Rekan kerja' combines 'rekan', meaning 'partner' or 'colleague', with 'kerja', meaning 'work'. This compound showcases the collaborative nature of work in Indonesian.
How & Where It’s Used
'Rekan kerja' is commonly used in formal and informal contexts, primarily in the workplace setting, and is widely understood throughout Indonesia.