Malay · Adjectives
tinggi
Tall; high
Beginneradjective
Definition
Of great height; the Petronas Towers are very tinggi.
Example
Menara Petronas sangat tinggi.
The Petronas Towers are very tall.
Etymology
'Tinggi' has its roots in Proto-Malay, indicating height or elevation. The word has maintained its relevance through cultural paradigms of measuring value and stature.
How & Where It’s Used
'Tinggi' is widely used in both spoken and written contexts to describe physical height or metaphorical elevation. It is extensive across formal and informal registers.