Malay · Culture & Society
Hari Raya
Hari Raya (Eid)
Beginnernoun
Definition
The festival ending Ramadan, Malaysia's biggest celebration.
Example
Kami balik kampung sempena Hari Raya.
We return to the village for Hari Raya.
Etymology
'Hari Raya' means 'Day of Celebration', with 'hari' meaning 'day' and 'raya' meaning 'celebration' in Malay. It commonly refers to the Islamic festival of Eid.
How & Where It’s Used
'Hari Raya' is used in both formal and informal contexts, particularly in holiday greetings and religious discussions. It is prevalent in spoken language.
Literary Heritage
Frequently appears in religious texts and cultural narratives about celebrations.