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Encang

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Source Language: The language or dialect this term originates from (ID).
Indonesian•1 meaning found
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neutral
Tone: neutral. Indicates the emotional nuance or social context of the word.
Betawi
Topic: Betawi. The category or sphere of life where this word is used.
jakarta
Region: jakarta. Specifies the geographical origin or local dialect area.
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Definition & Context

Encang refers to a term of address for an uncle or a parent's younger brother, especially within the Betawi community.

Synonyms & Variants

mamang

mamang

A term of address for an uncle or an older man in Sundanese society.

Dialect Variant
om

om

Familiar term for an uncle or an older man, often used in informal contexts.

Register Variant
pakde

pakde

Term for father's or mother's older brother in Javanese.

Dialect Variant
paman

paman

Father's or mother's younger brother, or a general term for an older man.

Synonym
uda

uda

A term of address for an older or respected man in Minangkabau culture, often also used as a familiar address for peers.

Dialect Variant

Usage Notes or Etymology

This term is part of the traditional Betawi kinship system, indicating respect and closeness with family members.

Real-world Usage

Encang, kapan sih kita ke Ragunan lagi?

English Translation
Uncle, when are we going to Ragunan again?

Representative of real-world usage and contextual accuracy.

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