Ngacir
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VerbVerb
A word used to describe an action, state, or occurrence.
To move or leave a place quickly, typically to avoid something or to rush toward a destination. Describes the act of fleeing or relocating in a hurried, hasty manner. The word emphasizes speed and urgency of movement, often with a spontaneous and unplanned nuance.
Synonyms & Variants
cabut
Modern slang term meaning to leave or depart from a place.
kabur
A close synonym also meaning to flee or leave quickly, but slightly more neutral and used across more registers compared to 'ngacir' which carries a stronger slang nuance.
melarikan diri
To leave or move quickly to free oneself from danger or an undesirable situation.
minggat
A slang synonym meaning to leave secretly or suddenly, often with a connotation of abandoning responsibilities. Carries a rougher tone than 'ngacir'.
ngebut
Driving a vehicle at high speed
terbirit-birit
An expression describing running hastily out of fear or panic, more expressive and connotative than 'ngacir', commonly used in informal narratives and popular literature.
Usage Notes or Etymology
Derived from acir, an onomatopoeic-like root evoking swift, whooshing movement. Popular in Jakarta street speech, spread through youth culture. Used specifically in pressured or urgent social situations — implies fleeing or rushing, never casual walking.
Real-world Usage
Gue ngacir dari rumah biar nggak telat nongkrong.
English Translation
Representative of real-world usage and contextual accuracy.