Silakan

from indonesia

Verified
Standard
interjection
Action
From indonesia

Definition

A polite expression used to invite or permit someone to do something.

Etymology

A shortened form derived from the root word 'sila' (to sit respectfully). The word underwent morphological processes and a semantic shift from the physical act of sitting to a polite expression used to invite or permit someone to act.

Semantic Category

Action

Common Misspellings