cuti

Cuti is a term used in Malay and Indonesian to refer to leave or holiday taken from work, school, or other official duties. It denotes a sanctioned period away from regular responsibilities rather than an unscheduled absence. The word is widely used across Malaysia, Indonesia, Singapore, Brunei, and other Malay-speaking communities, and appears in everyday speech as well as formal communications such as government notices and human resources documents.

Cuti is often qualified with a descriptor to indicate the type of leave. Common forms include cuti tahunan (annual leave), cuti sakit (sick leave), cuti bersama (shared or collective holidays), cuti sekolah (school holidays), and cuti belajar (study leave). In many workplaces and institutions, entitlements and durations depend on national law, company policy, tenure, and employment status. Some jurisdictions require a minimum amount of annual leave and specify rules for taking, carrying over, or cashing out leave.

Cultural and linguistic notes: in addition to cuti, Malay and Indonesian speakers may use other terms for holidays or breaks, such as libur or liburan in certain contexts. The term cuti frequently appears in official communications, payroll and HR materials, and everyday speech as the formal concept of leave within contemporary administration and everyday life.