Indonesian · Family & People
nenek
Grandmother
Beginnernoun
Definition
The mother of your parent.
Example
Nenek membuat rendang paling enak.
Grandma makes the best rendang.
Etymology
Derived from Malay, the word 'nenek' signifies grandmother. It also reflects cultural reverence for elder family members in various Indonesian traditions.
How & Where It’s Used
'Nenek' is used informally in conversations and writing to refer to grandmothers, common across all regions without significant variation.