Mbrojol
Definition & Context
A verb in Javanese Ngoko that describes the condition of something coming out, protruding, or appearing suddenly, especially to describe objects that emerge or come out quickly from their place.
Synonyms & Variants
keluar
To move from the inside to the outside; to emerge or appear from a place.
menyembul
To emerge slightly or partially; to protrude a little.
muncul
To appear or become visible after previously being unseen; to rise to the surface.
njebrol
Another form of 'mbrojol' in Javanese dialect, often used to describe something coming out quickly or suddenly.
nongol
To appear or become visible suddenly and often unexpectedly (colloquial).
Usage Notes or Etymology
The word is frequently encountered in everyday conversations among Javanese speakers, especially in Central and East Java.
Real-world Usage
Banjir wingi nggawe banyu got'e mbrójol tekan dalan. (Banjir kemarin membuat air got meluap keluar sampai ke jalan.)
Representative of real-world usage and contextual accuracy.
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