Encing
/id/Source Language: The language or dialect this term originates from (ID).Indonesian•1 meaning found
1
Verified
A person on the ibahasa team has reviewed and approved this definition. Entries still awaiting review are marked as such, and their meanings are withheld.politeTone: polite. Indicates the emotional nuance or social context of the word.BetawiTopic: Betawi. The category or sphere of life where this word is used.jakartaRegion: jakarta. Specifies the geographical origin or local dialect area.
Verified
A person on the ibahasa team has reviewed and approved this definition. Entries still awaiting review are marked as such, and their meanings are withheld.Definition & Context
Encing refers to a respectful term for an aunt in Betawi culture, used for both paternal and maternal aunts.
Synonyms & Variants
bibi
bibi
Father's or mother's sister; uncle's wife.
Synonym
makcik
makcik
A term of address for an aunt or older woman, common in Malaysia and some parts of Sumatra.
Dialect Variant
tante
tante
A term of address for one's father's or mother's sister, or an older respected woman.
Synonym
uwa
uwa
A term of address for an older sister of one's father or mother, often used in parts of West Java and Sumatra.
Dialect Variant
Usage Notes or Etymology
This term is part of the Betawi kinship system that expresses respect and closeness, often used by younger generations towards older female relatives.
Real-world Usage
Encing, kapan main ke rumah lagi?
English Translation
Auntie, when will you visit the house again?
Representative of real-world usage and contextual accuracy.