Mpok
Definition & Context
Mpok refers to a respectful address for an older or respected woman in Betawi society.
Synonyms & Variants
ibu
A term of address for a woman who has given birth or an older woman.
kakak
A term of address for an older sibling or person, can be male or female.
mbak
A familiar or respectful form of address for an older or peer-aged woman in Javanese and general Indonesian culture.
saudari
A formal address for a woman, often used in speeches or formal writing to refer to a woman in general.
teteh
A respectful address for an older woman in Sundanese society.
Usage Notes or Etymology
This term is a typical Betawi form of address used to show respect and familiarity towards older women or women with a certain social standing, similar to 'Kakak' (older sibling) or 'Bibi' (aunt) in other contexts.
Real-world Usage
Mpok, beli gado-gado satu, dong!
English Translation
Representative of real-world usage and contextual accuracy.
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