gelas

Gelas is the Indonesian term for a drinking glass, a vessel designed to hold beverages. While typically made of glass, gelas can also be manufactured from plastic, metal, or ceramic, and they come in many shapes and sizes to suit different drinks and occasions. In everyday Indonesian usage, gelas are often referred to by the beverage they are intended to hold, such as gelas air (water glass), gelas jus (juice glass), gelas teh (tea glass), or gelas anggur (wine glass).

Common forms include tumblers, highballs, juice glasses, wine glasses, and champagne flutes. There are also more specialized styles for beer, cocktails, or hot beverages. In many households, a standard set includes several sizes of clear, stemmed or stemless glasses with simple, unornamented rims.

Materials and design vary. Most gelas are made from soda-lime glass; higher-end sets may be crystal (lead glass) to enhance brilliance or borosilicate glass for heat resistance. Disposable gelas are often made of plastic. Some modern glassware employs tempered or laminated glass for increased durability.

Manufacture and care: traditional glassware was once largely hand-made, but today most gelas are mass-produced by automated processes. Glassware should be washed gently; many are dishwasher safe, but delicate crystal or very thin rims can be damaged by harsh cycles. Avoid sudden temperature changes to prevent cracking. Gelas are a common element of tableware across cultures.