Bohay
/id/Source Language: The language or dialect this term originates from (ID).Definition & Context
Slang term to describe someone, especially a woman, who has a sexy and physically attractive body shape.
Synonyms & Variants
aduhai
An exclamation of admiration for something beautiful or attractive, including body shape.
montok
A body that is full, plump, and fleshy, often with a more positive or endearing connotation.
seksi
Having sexual appeal, usually due to an attractive body shape.
semok
Slang word describing a full and attractive body shape, similar to 'bohay'.
Usage Notes or Etymology
Popular term from the 1980s-1990s era derived from the English word 'body' with typical Indonesian pronunciation. Classified as old-school slang (tempo doeloe) still occasionally used to evoke nostalgia or humor.
Real-world Usage
Cewek yang baru masuk kantor itu bohay banget sih.
English Translation
Representative of real-world usage and contextual accuracy.