Bekisting
/id/Source Language: The language or dialect this term originates from (ID).Definition & Context
NounNoun
A word that functions as the name of a specific object or set of objects, such as living creatures, places, actions, qualities, states of existence, or ideas.
Bekisting is a temporary “mold” used to support concrete during the pouring process until it reaches sufficient strength.
Synonyms & Variants
acuan
The most common standard equivalent used in Indonesian technical literature.
bekas
A technical field term often used by construction workers to refer to concrete molds.
cetakan beton
Functional description often used as a technical synonym.
mal
A loanword from Dutch commonly used in construction sites to refer to molds.
Usage Notes or Etymology
The word bekisting originates from the Dutch term “bekisting,” integrated into Indonesian technical construction terminology. Etymologically, this term refers to a “box” or “molding” used to shape liquid concrete. This linguistic journey reflects the profound influence of colonial architecture on local civil engineering standards within Indonesia. In a professional sphere, the usage is highly specific to infrastructure or construction project environments. Its application signifies a high level of technical competence as it distinguishes between temporary molds and permanent structures when communicating with engineers or site foremen.
Real-world Usage
Tim konstruksi segera memasang bekisting sebelum pengecoran kolom bangunan dimulai hari ini.
English Translation
Representative of real-world usage and contextual accuracy.