acara
n. countablen. an event or activity, especially one that is organized for a specific purpose. It is a common word in Indonesian and Malay, but it is also used in English when talking about events in those cultures.
n. an event, activity, or program, particularly one that is organized or scheduled. Borrowed from Indonesian and Malay, it is frequently used in English contexts to describe cultural or social gatherings.
The family is preparing for a big acara this weekend.
The local community center hosts a variety of acara throughout the year, including music festivals and traditional dance performances.
While the festival was originally a small local acara, it has since grown into an international event attracting thousands of visitors from across the region.
Last updated June 22, 2026