No. 205 in Indonesian
lapangan
"Lapangan" means "field" or "open area" in English.
In a sentence
Anak-anak bermain bola di lapangan.
The children are playing soccer in the field.
In this context, 'lapangan' refers to an open area or field used for playing sports or similar activities.
Lapangan pekerjaan di kota ini sangat beragam.
The job opportunities in this city are very diverse.
Here, 'lapangan' is used metaphorically to describe the scope or domain of jobs available.
Acara tersebut diadakan di lapangan terbuka.
The event was held in the open field.
In this instance, 'lapangan' again refers to a physical open space, typically outdoor, where gatherings or events can take place.
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