indah

Indah is a word in Indonesian and Malay meaning "beautiful" or "lovely." As an adjective, it is used to describe people, places, objects, or experiences that possess aesthetic or emotional appeal. The term is common in everyday speech across Indonesia and Malaysia and also appears in literature and media. In phrases, indah operates flexibly: variations such as indahnya (the beauty of...), indah sekali (so beautiful), or betapa indahnya... are used to emphasize beauty.

Indah is also used as a feminine given name in Indonesia and Malaysia. When used as a name, it carries the positive meaning of beauty and is chosen to convey favorable qualities or wishes for the bearer. It is typically a stand-alone given name rather than a surname.

In cultural usage, indah appears in poetry, song lyrics, and prose as a concise way to evoke beauty or serenity. The word's simplicity and positive connotations contribute to its enduring presence in Indonesian and Malay language and culture.