Indonesian · Family & People
tetangga
Neighbor
Beginnernoun
Definition
A person who lives next to or near you.
Example
Tetangga kami sangat ramah.
Our neighbors are very friendly.
Etymology
'Tetangga' is derived from the Malay word for 'neighbor,' historically reflecting communal living in Indonesian society.
How & Where It’s Used
'Tetangga' is casually used in daily conversations as well as formally written contexts when discussing community and neighborhood relationships.