Ndableg
/jv/Source Language: The language or dialect this term originates from (JV).Javanese•1 meaning found
Definition & Context
Shameless; lacking a sense of shame or embarrassment in behavior or speech in any context.
Synonyms & Variants
muka tembok
muka tembok
An idiom for someone who has no shame or doesn't care about others' opinions.
Register Variant
pancat
pancat
A Javanese term meaning shameless or having no sense of embarrassment.
Dialect Variant
tak tahu diuntung
tak tahu diuntung
An idiom referring to someone ungrateful or lacking self-awareness, often implying shamelessness.
Register Variant
tebal muka
tebal muka
An idiom describing someone who is not easily embarrassed or offended.
Synonym
tidak tahu malu
tidak tahu malu
Having no shame or embarrassment in behavior or speech in any situation.
Synonym
Usage Notes or Etymology
The word 'ndableg' originates from Javanese and is used to describe someone who behaves without shame or lacks social sensitivity. This word carries a negative connotation and is often used to criticize someone's attitude considered improper or inappropriate.
Real-world Usage
Wong kuwi ndableg tenan, ditagih utang malah ngeyel ora gelem mbayar. (Orang itu tidak tahu malu, ditagih utang malah ngeyel tidak mau bayar.)
Representative of real-world usage and contextual accuracy.
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