Nyokap
/id/Source Language: The language or dialect this term originates from (ID).Definition & Context
Informal slang term referring to mother or a female parent, derived from prokem (Jakarta street language) by inserting 'ok' into 'nyonya' or similar words.
Synonyms & Variants
bunda
A term for mother that carries a softer and more affectionate nuance.
emak
A term for mother, often used in familiar family contexts or rural settings.
ibu
A term of address for a woman who has given birth or an older woman.
mama
An intimate or informal term for mother.
umi
A term for mother derived from Arabic, often used within Muslim communities.
Usage Notes or Etymology
This word is part of Jakarta prokem, a secret language system popular among urban Indonesian communities since the 1970s. The term 'nyokap' has spread widely through social media and the internet, becoming part of informal conversation among young generations on platforms like Twitter, TikTok, and Instagram.
Real-world Usage
Nyokap lagi marah-marah gara-gara aku belum pulang dari kemarin.
English Translation
Representative of real-world usage and contextual accuracy.