Hadir

Hadir is a term used in Malay and Indonesian to denote presence or attendance. As a verb, hadir means to be present at a location or to attend an event. As an adjective, it describes someone or something that is present. In everyday language and formal settings, phrases such as saya hadir or hadir di acara ini are common. The related noun kehadiran refers to presence or attendance, and hadirin refers to the people who are present at a gathering.

Etymology and scope: The word is derived from Classical Arabic حاضِر (ḥāḍir), meaning present, and has been incorporated into Malay and Indonesian through historical linguistic and religious contact. In both languages, hadir encompasses the notions of being physically present, appearing at an event, or existing in a given moment.

Derivatives and usage: The verb hadir yields several related forms, including menghadirkan, meaning to present or to bring someone or something to an event. The noun hadiran denotes presence or attendance, and hadirin means the attendees. Passive constructions such as rapat dihadiri oleh semua anggota demonstrate how hadir-related roots also function in Indonesian and Malay grammar to describe events that people attend.

Name usage and variations: In some communities, Hadir appears as a given name or surname, often with roots in Arabic meaning presence or readiness. As a name, it can carry connotations of punctuality or availability.

See also kehadiran, hadirin, menghadirkan.