Bule (term) Bule (Indonesian: [ˈbule]) is an Indonesian word for people of non-Indonesian descent, especially people of European descent (' white ', ' Caucasian ').

“Bule.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/bule. Accessed 7 Dec. 2025.

5 days ago · bule (comparative lebih bule, superlative paling bule) (colloquial or possibly dated) albino (having albinism)

The meaning and use of the word bule and various expatriate reactions to its use in popular Indonesian culture.

Feb 8, 2025 · The word bule, however, has a more curious origin. Linguistic research suggests that bule comes from bulai, a term for animals or people with albinism. In rural Indonesia, …

According to the U.S. Census Bureau, Bule is ranked #98982 in terms of the most common surnames in America. The Bule surname appeared 183 times in the 2010 census and if you …

Bule is a term used in Indonesian slang to refer to a foreigner, specifically a caucasian or white person. The term is often used informally and can have varying connotations depending on the …

Oct 6, 2025 · Even though many think “bule” only means white-skinned people, in reality, it’s used broadly. Some Indonesians with lighter skin tones are even jokingly called “bule” by their …

Jul 1, 2025 · The bule meaning is more than just a label, it reflects Indonesia’s history, cultural identity, and attitudes toward outsiders. While commonly used to refer to white foreigners, its …

Bule is a commonly used word in Indonesia to describe a foreigner, especially people of European descent. Many dictionaries point out that the strict definition of the word is albino. However, …