Kakehan polah
/jv/Source Language: The language or dialect this term originates from (JV).Javanese•1 meaning found
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Having too much unnecessary behavior or antics.
Synonyms & Variants
banyak ulah
banyak ulah
To perform many actions or behaviors that are often unnecessary or troublesome.
Synonym
bertingkah
bertingkah
To behave in an unusual or excessive manner.
Synonym
genit
genit
Excessively artificial behavior to attract attention, often in an inappropriate context.
Register Variant
kemaruk
kemaruk
Having too many desires or excessive behavior, often due to greed or lack of self-awareness. (Loanword from Javanese)
Dialect Variant
Usage Notes or Etymology
Often used as mild reprimand.
Real-world Usage
Bocah kuwi kakehan polah.
Representative of real-world usage and contextual accuracy.