Nedha
/jv/
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Javanese•1 meaning found
Nedha is a Javanese Kromo Madya term meaning to eat. It is a polite form of 'mangan' (the ngoko form) and is used in more formal or respectful conversational contexts.
makan
To put something into the mouth, chew, and swallow it to fulfill nutritional needs or for pleasure.
menikmati hidangan
A phrase meaning to eat with pleasure and appreciate the food served.
menyantap
To eat heartily or enjoy a meal, often in a more formal context or appreciating the food.
santap
The base form of 'menyantap', often used in more formal contexts or as part of a phrase.
sarapan
To eat in the morning as the first meal after waking up.
Nedha originates from Javanese Kromo Madya, representing a middle level of politeness in the Javanese speech level system. It is used to show respect to the interlocutor while maintaining appropriate social distance. Nedha is more formal than 'mangan' (ngoko) but less formal than 'dhahar' (Kromo Inggil).
Kulo sampun nedha wau, Pak. (Saya sudah makan tadi, Pak.)
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