Indonesian · Travel & Places
peta
Map
Beginnernoun
Definition
A drawing showing streets, cities, or countries.
Example
Saya lihat peta di ponsel.
I look at the map on my phone.
Etymology
'Peta' is derived from the Dutch word 'kaart', which was used during the colonial era. It has evolved to represent a geographical representation in modern Indonesian.
How & Where It’s Used
'Peta' is used in both formal and informal contexts and can be found in spoken and written language, especially in education and travel settings.