Ngelu
/jv/
Source Language: The language or dialect this term originates from (JV).
Javanese•1 meaning found
Adjective
A word or phrase naming an attribute, added to or grammatically related to a noun to modify or describe it.
A physical condition characterized by pain or a throbbing sensation in the head, or figuratively referring to a state of confusion and being overwhelmed by mental burdens.
pusing
Direct equivalent in standard Indonesian.
mumet
More emphasis on dizziness due to mental burden.
puyeng
A variation often used in Javanese and informal Indonesian.
cekot-cekot
Onomatopoeia to describe the throb of pain.
The word ngelu originates from Old Javanese, specifically referring to pain in the head region. Within Javanese linguistic stratification, this term is used in the ngoko level for interlocutors who are familiar or younger. Culturallly, ngelu does not only carry a clinical meaning like a migraine, but is frequently used as a metaphorical expression when facing complex life problems or heavy social pressure.
Aku ngelu tenan nonton kahanan ngene iki. (Aku pusing sekali melihat keadaan seperti ini.)
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