Indonesian · Body & Health
rambut
Hair
Beginnernoun
Definition
The hair on a person's head.
Example
Rambutnya panjang dan hitam.
Her hair is long and black.
Etymology
The word 'rambut' comes from the Proto-Malayic term *rambut, which means 'hair'. This term has cognates in other Malayic languages, reflecting a shared linguistic heritage.
How & Where It’s Used
'Rambut' is used in both formal and informal contexts when referring to hair. It is common in everyday spoken language, as well as in written texts such as literature and journalism, with no significant regional variations.
Literary Heritage
The word 'rambut' appears in various Indonesian poems and songs, often used metaphorically to describe beauty or youth.