Indonesian · Daily Life
tempat tidur
Bed
Beginnernoun
Definition
A piece of furniture for sleeping, literally sleeping place.
Example
Saya tidur sebelum tengah malam.
I go to bed before midnight.
Etymology
'Tempat tidur' translates literally to 'sleeping place,' with 'tempat' meaning 'place' and 'tidur' meaning 'to sleep.' This reflects the function of a bed as a designated area for resting.
How & Where It’s Used
'Tempat tidur' is an informal term often used in spoken language, but it is understood in written contexts as well. It is widely understood across Indonesia, with no significant regional variations.