Bandot
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A word that functions as the name of a specific object or set of objects, such as living creatures, places, actions, qualities, states of existence, or ideas.
A pejorative figurative term referring to an old man who still harbors excessive desire or “obsession” toward women, commonly used to mock or criticize behavior deemed inappropriate for one's advanced age.
Synonyms & Variants
buaya darat
Emphasizes manipulative behavior more than age inappropriateness, unlike bandot which foregrounds the age element.
hidung belang
More widely known and used, does not necessarily refer to old age, but equally pejorative in tone.
lelaki tua genit
A descriptive phrase referring to an old man who exhibits flirtatious or teasing behavior.
playboy
An English loanword referring to a man who enjoys having fun with many women without serious commitment.
om-om genit
Lighter and more humorous in tone compared to bandot, frequently used on social media.
kambing tua
Etymologically connected directly to the origin of bandot as a term for an old male goat.
dirty old man
Used by young urban speakers, especially those who mix English and Indonesian on social media.
bajingan tua
Far coarser and more vulgar than bandot, typically used in expressions of intense anger or disgust.
Usage Notes or Etymology
The word bandot originates from Javanese, literally referring to an old male goat known for its persistently high libido despite advanced age. The term bandot in its literal sense means “mature male goat” or “old stud”, and has been metaphorically extended to describe an elderly man whose sexual behavior is considered socially inappropriate for his age. In everyday usage, the term is strongly pejorative and carries a clear tone of ridicule or condemnation. It is commonly used in informal peer conversations to comment on or criticize older men who pursue younger women. Its usage reflects Indonesian cultural norms that expect older individuals to exhibit more “dignified” and “restrained” behavior, and violating these expectations often invites this label.
Real-world Usage
Pak RT itu bandot banget, udah tua masih gangguin cewek-cewek muda.
English Translation
Representative of real-world usage and contextual accuracy.