Malay · Travel & Places
kapal terbang
Airplane
Beginnernoun
Definition
A flying vehicle, literally flying ship.
Example
Kapal terbang lewat satu jam.
The plane is an hour late.
Etymology
'Kapal terbang' translates literally to 'flying ship', stemming from nautical terms historically linked to air travel innovations.
How & Where It’s Used
'Kapal terbang' is frequently used in both formal and informal contexts, particularly in discussions about travel and transportation.