Indonesian · Family & People
kakak
Older sibling
Beginnernoun
Definition
An older brother or sister; gender is added if needed.
Example
Kakak saya tinggal di Jakarta.
My older sibling lives in Jakarta.
Etymology
'Kakak' is derived from the Javanese and Sundanese terms for 'older sibling.' It has been used in Indonesian to reflect familial relationships since its adoption into the national lexicon.
How & Where It’s Used
'Kakak' is used in both spoken and written forms across Indonesia, primarily in informal contexts. The term is understood universally but used more frequently in family and social environments.