What is another word for east indies?
Pronunciation: [ˈiːst ˈɪndiz] (IPA) 
The phrase "East Indies" has been used for centuries to refer to a region of Southeast Asia that includes countries such as Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, and Singapore. While the term is still used by some, it has fallen out of favor in recent years due to its colonial connotations. As such, people have started to use a variety of synonyms to refer to the region instead. Some of these alternatives include "Maritime Southeast Asia," "Indonesian Archipelago," "Nusantara," "Malay Archipelago," and "Insulindia." Each of these terms is more reflective of the cultural and geographical diversity of the region, and helps to move away from the exploitative history associated with the term "East Indies".
