Ndrawasi
/jv/Source Language: The language or dialect this term originates from (JV).Definition & Context
VerbVerb
A word used to describe an action, state, or occurrence.
A condition of intense shuddering, fear, or deep dread experienced when confronting something frightening, dangerous, or unsettling. The sensation is simultaneously physical and emotional, often triggering goosebumps and an overwhelming feeling of drawasi that is difficult to control.
Synonyms & Variants
jijik
A strong feeling of disgust or aversion towards something considered dirty, repulsive, or inappropriate.
ketakutan
A state or feeling of being very afraid.
merinding
A sensation on the skin where fine hairs stand up due to fear, cold, or other intense feelings.
ngeri
A deep feeling of fear caused by seeing or imagining something terrifying.
seram
Frightening or causing a feeling of dread.
menakutkan
Standard formal Indonesian equivalent meaning frightening or causing fear, parallel to 'ndrawasi' in Javanese context.
medeni
Javanese ngoko dialect variant meaning scary or frightening, used in ngoko_lugu register in everyday peer-to-peer conversation.
mbebayani
Javanese ngoko variant emphasizing the dangerous or physically threatening aspect of 'ndrawasi', used in informal Javanese conversation to describe something hazardous.
serem
Informal/casual Indonesian form meaning creepy or spine-chilling, lower in register compared to 'ndrawasi'.
Usage Notes or Etymology
Derived from the Javanese Ngoko root drawasi, referring to intense dread. The prefix n- functions as an active verb marker. Commonly used in everyday speech across Central and East Java to express uncontrollable physical fear, distinguishing it from ordinary or mild fright.
Real-world Usage
Yen nonton jurang iku marakke ndrawasi banget. (Kalau nonton jurang itu bikin merinding banget.)
English Translation
Representative of real-world usage and contextual accuracy.