Ngalor-ngidul
/jv/Source Language: The language or dialect this term originates from (JV).Javanese•1 meaning found
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Talking all over the place without a clear point.
Synonyms & Variants
bertele-tele
bertele-tele
Something that takes too long because it is not direct to the point.
Synonym
melantur
melantur
Speaking or thinking deviating from the main topic of conversation.
Synonym
ngawur
ngawur
Acting or moving without clear direction or consideration.
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ngelantur
ngelantur
Informal form of 'melantur', often used in daily conversation to mean speaking off-topic.
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omong kosong
omong kosong
Speech that lacks important content or meaning, often untrue or irrelevant.
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Usage Notes or Etymology
Idiomatic expression.
Real-world Usage
Omongane ngalor-ngidul ora ana intine.
Representative of real-world usage and contextual accuracy.