Indonesian · Food & Drink
gula
Sugar
Beginnernoun
Definition
A sweet substance added to food and drinks.
Example
Saya minum kopi tanpa gula.
I drink coffee without sugar.
Etymology
'Gula' originates from the Malay word for sugar, with roots in the Sanskrit term 'gur', referring to sweet substances. It has been part of the culinary lexicon in Indonesian for many centuries.
How & Where It’s Used
'Gula' is utilized in both formal and informal contexts, common in cooking and dietary discussions. It is recognized throughout Indonesia without significant regional differences.