Indonesian · Family & People
kakek
Grandfather
Beginnernoun
Definition
The father of your parent.
Example
Kakek suka minum teh di pagi hari.
Grandpa likes drinking tea in the morning.
Etymology
The word 'kakek' stems from a generic term in Malay, which denotes a paternal or maternal grandfather, signifying familial lineage.
How & Where It’s Used
'Kakek' is commonly used in informal speech and writing across Indonesia, often during family gatherings or discussions involving elders.