Indonesian · Travel & Places
jalan
Street; road
Beginnernoun
Definition
A road; jalan-jalan means to go for a stroll.
Example
Rumah kami di jalan yang tenang.
Our house is on a quiet street.
Etymology
'Jalan' is a native Indonesian word meaning 'way' or 'path'. It has deep roots in Malay and Indonesian language history, encompassing both literal and metaphorical meanings.
How & Where It’s Used
'Jalan' is used in both formal and informal contexts and appears in spoken and written language across the country, commonly associated with travel and navigation.