Malay · Travel & Places

jalan

Street; road

Beginnernoun

Definition

A road; jalan-jalan means to go for a stroll.

Example

Rumah kami di jalan yang sunyi.

Our house is on a quiet street.

Etymology

'Jalan' is a native Malay word that means 'way' or 'path'. It has been historically used to refer to roads or routes throughout the Malay Archipelago.

How & Where It’s Used

'Jalan' is utilized in both spoken and written Malay, suitable for formal and informal dialogue, particularly in urban areas where road infrastructure is prominent.

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