Malay · Travel & Places
jalan
Street; road
Beginnernoun
Definition
A road; jalan-jalan means to go for a stroll.
Example
Rumah kami di jalan yang sunyi.
Our house is on a quiet street.
Etymology
'Jalan' is a native Malay word that means 'way' or 'path'. It has been historically used to refer to roads or routes throughout the Malay Archipelago.
How & Where It’s Used
'Jalan' is utilized in both spoken and written Malay, suitable for formal and informal dialogue, particularly in urban areas where road infrastructure is prominent.