damai

Damai is a term found in Indonesian and Malay languages meaning peace or calm. In these languages, damai functions as both a noun and an adjective and appears in common phrases describing peaceful conditions or harmonious coexistence. The word is often used in civic, cultural, and religious contexts to convey a sense of harmony. It is also found in the names of organizations, events, and initiatives that emphasize peaceful aims, such as community peace programs and interfaith dialogues.

Damai is also used as a personal name in parts of Southeast Asia. It may be given to individuals as a first name, reflecting a positive trait or desirable state. In some communities it may be used in compound names.

Several places in Indonesia and other parts of the region carry the name Damai, reflecting the local meaning of peace. In toponymic usage, Damai can denote villages, neighborhoods, or administrative divisions.

Related terms include perdamaian, the broader Indonesian term for peace, and Damai is sometimes found in compound names or as part of longer phrases.