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Gecor

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Indonesian•1 meaning found
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negative
Tone: negative. Indicates the emotional nuance or social context of the word.
Batak
Topic: Batak. The category or sphere of life where this word is used.
batak
Region: batak. Specifies the geographical origin or local dialect area.
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Definition & Context

A characteristic or behavior of someone who tends to speak carelessly, excessively, or without filter; prone to uttering words without considering consequences or contextual appropriateness.

Synonyms & Variants

cerewet

cerewet

Talkative and prone to grumbling or criticizing small things.

Synonym
ember

ember

Portable water bucket

Register Variant
lancang mulut

lancang mulut

Expression referring to the behavior of speaking without manners, uttering words that are inappropriate or out of place.

Synonym
mulut berbusa

mulut berbusa

Idiom describing someone who talks continuously and excessively to the point of seeming uncontrollable.

Register Variant
nyablak

nyablak

Speaking bluntly and loudly.

Dialect Variant

Usage Notes or Etymology

The word 'gecor' is a slang or Batak dialect variant of the formal term 'cerewet'. This term is commonly used in everyday conversation among Batak communities, particularly in the Medan region and surrounding areas, to describe someone who cannot keep secrets or control their speech.

Real-world Usage

Mulutnya gecor banget, suka cerita rahasia orang ke mana-mana. (Mulutnya sangat cerewet, suka menceritakan rahasia orang ke mana-mana.)

English Translation
His mouth is really loose-lipped; he loves spreading other people's secrets everywhere.

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