versi

Versi is a noun used in Indonesian and Malay to indicate a particular form, edition, or release of something. It covers a range of contexts from software and documents to performances and translations. When people refer to a versi, they often imply a variation from the original or from other forms.

The term originates from the English word version and is cognate with similar forms in other European languages such as Dutch versie. In Indonesian and Malay the word has been integrated into everyday vocabulary and technical jargon alike, functioning as the standard word for “version.”

Applications of versi span several domains. In software development, a versi identifies a specific release, such as versi 2.0 or versi beta, and version control systems track changes between versions. In publishing or media, versi can denote different language translations (versi bahasa Inggris), regional editions, or alternate cuts. In legal and documentation contexts, versi tracks revisions and amendments, with phrases like versi resmi (official version) and versi tidak resmi (unofficial version). The term thus helps distinguish among multiple forms of the same underlying work or product.

See also: version, version control, edition, release notes.