: In Malaysia, "tudung" is the preferred term, while Indonesians historically used "kerudung" (veil) or "jilbab" (standard headscarf). Recently, the Arabic loanword "hijab" has become popular among younger generations to denote a more modern or stylish approach to the garment. Style Influence
The phrase is not a simple descriptor. It is a fault line. It represents a young woman who is: : In Malaysia, "tudung" is the preferred term,
In Indonesia, the term "cewek" is a colloquialism used to refer to a young woman or girl. When paired with "hijab," it specifically refers to a young Muslim woman who wears the hijab, a headscarf that covers the hair and neck. Malay cewek hijab, therefore, refers to young Malay Muslim women who wear the hijab. : In Malaysia