Nggoser
/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 in which a vehicle's tire loses traction on the road surface, causing it to slip or spin uncontrollably, commonly occurring during sudden acceleration, hard braking, or on slippery road conditions. The term is used in Javanese informal speech to describe tire “slip” or skidding.
Synonyms & Variants
selip
The standard Indonesian equivalent for the condition of a tire slipping or losing traction.
slip
A loanword from English widely used in Indonesian informal speech and automotive communities.
tergelincir
A formal Indonesian equivalent with a broader meaning encompassing more than just tire slip.
cengkeraman ban lepas
A more formal and descriptive technical expression used in mechanical or automotive explanations.
Usage Notes or Etymology
The word nggoser derives from the Javanese Ngoko root goser or gloser, meaning to slide, slip, or skid. The prefix ng- is a standard Javanese verbal prefix that forms active verbs, making nggoser literally mean “to experience slipping” or “to slide out of place”. In the automotive and everyday conversational context among Javanese speakers, particularly in East Java and Central Java, this term is commonly used to describe a tire losing traction. It is especially prevalent among motorcycle riders and drivers when discussing wet roads, muddy terrain, or slippery asphalt. The word belongs to the informal Ngoko Lugu register and is used exclusively in casual conversations among peers.
Real-world Usage
Ati-ati rek, dalan e udan ngene ban motor mu iso nggoser! (Hati-hati, jalanan hujan begini ban motormu bisa slip!)
English Translation
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