padu

Padu is a term that can refer to several distinct concepts. In Malay and Indonesian, padu functions as a root meaning unified, solid, or integrated. It appears in a number of common compounds. For example, paduan denotes a blend or combination of elements, and paduan suara means a choir.

Geography: Padu is also used as a place name in Indonesia, where multiple small settlements bear the name. The locations are generally village-level administrative units within different regencies and provinces, and the precise status can vary by locale. Because of this, Padu does not designate a single, centrally administered place.

Other uses: As a personal name, Padu occurs occasionally in some communities, though it is not common as a mainstream given name or surname. In general usage, the term is primarily encountered in linguistic or geographic contexts within Indonesian and Malay-speaking regions.