Indonesian · Body & Health
sakit
Sick; painful
Beginneradjective
Definition
Ill, or hurting; sakit kepala means headache.
Example
Saya sakit, jadi di rumah saja.
I am sick, so I am staying home.
Etymology
'Sakit' comes from the Old Malay term 'sakit', meaning 'sick' or 'painful'. Its consistent usage reflects the stability of the word's meaning through the evolution of the Malay language.
How & Where It’s Used
'Sakit' is widely used in both spoken and written contexts, across formal and informal registers. It is understood throughout Indonesia with no significant regional variations.
Literary Heritage
The term has been used in various Indonesian proverbs and literary works to express themes of pain and suffering.