Ing
Definition & Context
Preposition
A word governing, and usually preceding, a noun or pronoun and expressing a relation to another word or element in the clause.
A preposition used to indicate “location” or “position”.
Synonyms & Variants
dalam
A preposition indicating a position inside a space or container.
di
Direct equivalent in standard Indonesian.
i
An ancient or archaic prepositional form meaning 'at' or 'in' in Classical Malay.
ing
Preposition indicating location or position.
pada
A preposition used to indicate a specific time or place in formal contexts.
Usage Notes or Etymology
The word ing originates from Old Javanese and is traditionally used to indicate locative or temporal aspects. In modern Javanese usage, it frequently appears in literary contexts, formal writing, or specific dialects as a substitute for neng or di. Etymologically, ing is a highly stable prepositional form within the Austronesian language family. Although speakers often shorten it or use other variants in daily conversation, ing remains the standard in poetic or descriptive sentence structures.
Real-world Usage
Aku lagi nunggu kowe ing kene. (Aku sedang menunggu kamu di sini.)
English Translation
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