Indonesian · Food & Drink
makan siang
Lunch
Beginnernoun
Definition
The meal eaten in the middle of the day.
Example
Kita makan siang bareng, yuk.
Let's have lunch together.
Etymology
'Makan siang' combines 'makan' (to eat) with 'siang' (afternoon) in Malay, literally translating to 'lunch'. This term reflects cultural practices around daily meal times.
How & Where It’s Used
'Makan siang' is primarily used in informal spoken contexts but is also recognized in formal settings. It is a standard term across Indonesia for the midday meal.