Malay · 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
'Rambut' comes from the Proto-Malayic term *rambut, similar to the Proto-Austronesian *rambut which also means hair. This term has remained consistent across various Austronesian languages.
How & Where It’s Used
Used in everyday conversation, 'rambut' is informal yet can appear in formal contexts like beauty and health discussions. It is widely understood across Malay-speaking areas.
Literary Heritage
Often referenced in Malay poetry and folk tales where it symbolizes beauty and femininity.