Abang
“A term of address for an older or same-aged male in Betawi society, carrying connotations of respect and familiarity.”
Discover the richness of Indonesian vocabulary, from Jakarta's street slang to centuries-old regional dialects, organized alphabetically for your convenience.
“A term of address for an older or same-aged male in Betawi society, carrying connotations of respect and familiarity.”
“A deviation or disturbance in the formation of images by an optical system resulting in a lack of sharpness or color “distortion”. This term also refers to a deviation from a normal state or standard.”
“An optical defect in lens systems where light of different wavelengths is refracted at unequal angles, producing colored fringes or halos around the edges of objects; Commonly known as “color fringing” or “chromatic distortion” in photography and optics.”
“An optical aberration that occurs when light rays passing through the edge of a lens do not converge at the same focal point as rays passing through the center, causing a “blur”.”
“A localized collection of pus formed within a cavity of body tissue due to an infectious or inflammatory process. It is characterized by swelling containing exudate fluid and serves as a biological defense mechanism to isolate pathogenic material from spreading to surrounding areas.”
“A concise summary containing the essence or primary ideas of a document, academic paper, or research study. This section serves to provide an “overview” of the objectives, methodologies, and final results without including profound technical details.”
“An interjection used to introduce a correction or clarification against a mistaken assumption, delivered in a calm and non-confrontational tone. Functions as a “contrast marker” that separates common perception from actual reality, often preceding a more substantive or candid statement.”
“The process of “self-adjustment” to new environmental conditions or changes occurring in an organism, group, or system, to maintain its survival or function. This involves modifying behavior or structures to interact effectively with the changing “environment”.”
“A benign tumor of epithelial origin that develops specifically within “glandular” structures. This growth is generally non-cancerous, though it may affect hormonal functions or compress surrounding organs depending on its anatomical location.”
“A state of physical or psychological dependence on a specific substance or activity performed repeatedly. This condition is categorized as a chronic “disorder” of the brain system that affects cognitive and behavioral functions.”
“A word class that functions to describe or modify the meaning of a “noun” or “pronoun” to make it more specific. This category provides information regarding attributes, states, characters, or qualities of an object or person.”
“A hormone secreted by the adrenal glands that increases heart rate and blood pressure in response to “stress” or danger.”
“A word that provides information about a verb, adjective, predicative noun, or an entire sentence to clarify the “circumstances” of an action.”
“A person who provides “legal services”, both inside and outside the court, in accordance with the prevailing laws and regulations.”
“Apparel or clothing worn by an individual, typically referring to garments that carry specific aesthetic, cultural, or social status values within Javanese tradition.”
“A slang term referring to a student in or the status of “third grade” (final year) at the junior or senior high school level; equivalent to being a final-year student.”
“A human-managed ecological unit derived from the modification of natural ecosystems for agricultural activities. This system encompasses the interactions between biotic and abiotic components within a landscape intentionally managed to produce food, fiber, or other biological products for human needs.”
“A branch of agricultural science dealing with the theory and practice of “crop production” and scientific soil management.”
“First-person singular pronoun or “I” often used in informal situations. This expression represents the speaker and is generally used in daily conversations within specific circles. It indicates a direct reference to the speaking subject.”
“An informal or non-standard variant of the word “ayah”, referring to a “male parent” or “father”. Used in informal contexts or daily conversation.”
“A statement accepted as true without requiring proof, serving as a foundation for developing theories or logical arguments. This term is commonly used in mathematics, philosophy, and formal logic.”
“Describing someone or something as excessively showy, tacky, or lacking taste in appearance and lifestyle; a popular synonym for “tryhard” or “cheesy”. Commonly used as a mockery among teenagers toward those deemed overdramatic in style.”
“A measure of the reflectivity of a celestial body's surface, defined as the ratio of reflected electromagnetic radiation to the total incident radiation. It is typically expressed on a scale from 0 to 1 to quantify “reflectance”.”
“A state of hypersensitivity of the body to specific substances triggered by an excessive “immune system” response.”
“An annual publication containing astronomical data, tables of rising and setting times of celestial bodies, and other navigation or “calendar” information.”
“The vertical distance or “angle” of a celestial body above the observer's horizon measured in degrees. This term refers to the relative position of astronomical objects to the local “horizon” line.”
“To undergo the process of losing freshness, firmness, or strength, often related to plants lacking water or something losing spirit and vitality.”
“A region or territory outside the boundaries of Surakarta (Solo) as the center of Javanese culture; refers to foreign lands or areas of migration distant from the Javanese cultural heartland. Common equivalents: “outside region”, “foreign territory”.”
“A conjunction or particle used to explain the reason, basis, or motive behind an event. It connects an effect clause with a cause clause to establish a causality relationship, literally meaning “because” or “due to”.”
“Having contradictory feelings, attitudes, or thoughts simultaneously toward a subject or situation. This condition is characterized by the presence of two opposing values or impulses that coexist, resulting in hesitation or uncertainty in decision-making.”
“A subordinating conjunction in Javanese used to indicate a reason or cause. This word is the krama or formal register, employed to show respect to the interlocutor, functioning identically to “because” or “since” in a formal context.”
“An “accounting” procedure that systematically and gradually reduces the cost value of an asset through periodic charges over the asset's useful life.”
“A surgical procedure to remove part or all of a limb or a specific body part. This procedure is performed as an emergency or planned medical step to prevent the spread of disease and save the patient's life.”
“A metaphorical term for individuals who embrace a “contemplative” lifestyle, typically characterized by a fondness for coffee, indie music, poetry, and the ambiance of sunset.”
“An archaic spelling of anaknya, referring to the “child” belonging to or associated with a previously mentioned person. It is a combination of the root word anak (child) and the possessive suffix -nja, which in Van Ophuijsen orthography serves as the equivalent of the modern suffix -nya.”
“The investigation of an event or text to determine the actual situation through the process of “deconstructing” its supporting components.”
“The science that studies the “structure” and “organization” of living bodies, including the position and relationships of its parts.”
“A Javanese term for a humble, polite, and unassuming attitude even when having higher status or advantages than others. In practice, this trait sometimes manifests through the choice of formal speech levels (krama inggil).”
“Andhap means low or humble in Javanese, referring both to a physically low position and to a socially or culturally “self-effacing” attitude or manner.”
“A Javanese verb meaning to have, own, or possess something, whether tangible or abstract. It's the active form of ownership in the Javanese “ngoko halus” register.”
“A medical condition characterized by a low level of “hemoglobin” or red blood cells in the human body, resulting in a reduced oxygen-carrying capacity.”
“A written composition, literary work, or creative piece authored by someone; equivalent to the common terms “essay”, “writing”, or “composition” in everyday usage.”
“A deviation from an established pattern, rule, or condition considered “normal” or standard. Refers to an event, phenomenon, or data point that does not conform to prevailing expectations, theories, or norms within a given system or field of study.”
“A chemical substance produced by microorganisms or synthesized that has the property of inhibiting or killing other microorganisms, specifically “bacteria”.”
“A large, Y-shaped protein produced by the immune system to identify and neutralize foreign objects such as bacteria and viruses, specifically by recognizing unique “antigens”.”
“A chemical compound that inhibits or prevents oxidation processes within the body by neutralizing free radicals. This substance works by donating electrons to unstable molecules to protect living cells from oxidative damage that can trigger various chronic diseases.”
“An idea, concept, or position that constitutes the direct opposite or absolute contradiction of a given thesis. In formal contexts, it refers to a contrast used to highlight extreme differences through the opposition of mutually exclusive ideas.”
“A state where an object or food has lost its heat and becomes “cold” or stale, or refers to an atmosphere that is “dull” and lacks excitement.”
“The point in the orbit of a celestial body, such as a planet or comet, at which it is at its “farthest” distance from the Sun.”
“A stance or condition of non-involvement and neutrality in political affairs; remaining impartial toward any form of political activity or ideology.”
“A place where pharmaceutical practices are conducted by a pharmacist to distribute pharmaceutical preparations and other health supplies to the community. This term refers to an official “healthcare facility” operating under government license.”
“An action performed in an “arbitrary” or self-serving manner without regard for established rules or procedures.”
“The science and art of planning, designing, and constructing buildings or other physical structures in a “functional” and “aesthetic” manner.”
“The behavior of speaking or commenting without adequate knowledge, facts, or reasoning, merely producing sound or response without substance. Derived from the acronym asal bunyi, referring to someone who speaks carelessly without considering the truth or relevance of their statements.”
“An astronomical coordinate system indicating the position of a celestial body on the celestial sphere, measured eastward from the “vernal equinox” along the celestial equator, typically expressed in units of hours, minutes, and seconds.”
“An individual who is an active “participant” in the family planning program known as “Keluarga Berencana” (KB).”
“The process of adjustment and fusion of cultural, linguistic, or identity elements until resemblance or harmony is achieved; in formal contexts this term denotes social, linguistic, or policy mechanisms that promote integration between groups. Common equivalents for general audiences: “adjustment”, “integration”, “merging”, “mixing”. (Origin: assimilatio.)”
“Small celestial bodies composed of rock and metal that orbit the Sun, primarily located within the “asteroid belt” between Mars and Jupiter.”
“A branch of astronomy that applies the principles and methodologies of “physics” to analyze the physical properties, chemical composition, and evolutionary processes of celestial objects and phenomena throughout the universe.”
“A system of belief or study that examines the relationship between the positions and movements of celestial bodies and human fate or character. This field is often used for “divination” based on astronomical data.”
“The branch of astronomy focusing on the precise measurement of the positions, distances, and motions of celestial objects. It provides the geometric framework for mapping heavenly bodies and determining orbits through rigorous observational data.”
“The branch of science that deals with “celestial objects” and physical phenomena originating outside the Earth's atmosphere.”
“An individual trained to travel and conduct missions in “outer space” using a spacecraft.”
“A coarse expletive in Javanese that literally means dog, used as a strong expression of anger, frustration, or annoyance. It belongs to the “ngoko kasar” register and is typically uttered as a spontaneous exclamation.”
“A “supposition” or a line of reasoning accepted as a basis for thought because it is considered true, even if not yet empirically proven.”
“An adjective in the Javanese language meaning cold, referring to a low temperature perceived in the air, water, objects, or surrounding environment. This word is common vocabulary in the ngoko register of Javanese and is widely used across most Javanese-speaking regions, although in the Yogyakarta area and its surroundings, the word “adem” is more commonly preferred to express the same meaning.”
“Functions as a noun modifier, providing information or “attributes” to a thing or concept.”
“An expression of indifference or deliberate disengagement; used to convey that the speaker does not care about or wish to be involved in a particular matter. Equivalent to the formal expression “masa bodoh”.”
“A slang expression indicating ignorance or indifference toward something; an utterance used to show that someone does not understand or does not care about a matter.”
“A narrative “work” containing the life history of a person written by that individual themselves.”
“A system of government in which “absolute power” is concentrated in a single individual, with no checks or balances from external institutions. (Synonyms: dictator, tyrant, autocrat)”
“A conjunction in Javanese Krama register serving a dual function: (1) expressing a causal relationship, equivalent to “because”; (2) marking the beginning of a time period, equivalent to “since”. Commonly found in classical Javanese literary texts and formal speech.”
“Ayas is an expression used to refer to someone in a friendly or casual way.”
“Soothing or emotionally calming.”
“A slang term referring to a group of young people or teenagers, often used in the context of social media or informal conversations.”
“An idiom describing a person or community that is far from the center of power or authority, making it difficult to obtain protection, justice, or assistance from the government, while having to face various difficulties or problems without adequate support.”
“Agile is a software development methodology that emphasizes collaboration, adaptation to change, continuous development, and iterative delivery of products in short cycles.”
“An informal expression that conveys admiration, surprise, or disbelief toward something extraordinary or extreme.”
“Akeh refers to a large or numerous quantity, often used in informal or slang contexts in the Javanese region to express something in a greater quantity than usual.”
“First-person singular pronoun 'I' or 'me' in old Van Ophuijsen spelling”
“Akoh is a variation of the first-person singular pronoun in Betawi/Jakarta Malay dialect, equivalent to “Aku” in standard Indonesian.”
“Destroyed or severely damaged; a state of disarray or malfunction. In slang context, refers to something that has failed completely or a very bad situation.”
“'Ane' is an informal form of 'saya' meaning 'I' that's commonly used in everyday conversations. It comes from the Arabic word 'Ana', which also means 'I'.”
“Informal/slang form of 'hangat' (warm/hot) commonly used in everyday conversation, especially among young people and on social media.”
“Anjir is an expression of surprise or admiration in everyday conversation.”
“'Argue' in the Jaksel context refers to a debate or argument, often used in professional settings.”
“To feel or sense something subjectively.”
“A slang term meaning 'or' in an informal context.”
“Excessive effort to project a cool or attractive image in order to gain social recognition or validation, especially in social media or public interactions.”
“Automatically or instantly triggered.”
“A familiar term for referring to a loved one, similar to 'sayang'.”