Pajoeng

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Definition & Context

Pajoeng is the old spelling of payung, an object used to protect oneself from rain or sunlight.

Usage Notes or Etymology

The word 'pajoeng' is a Van Ophuijsen spelling used during the Dutch colonial period. This spelling reflects the phonetic system of that time and is often found in literature or official documents from that era. Its usage is now considered archaic and is more commonly encountered in historical or nostalgic contexts.

Real-world Usage

Hoejan deras, djangan loepa bawa pajoeng. (Hujan deras, jangan lupa bawa payung.)

English Translation

It's raining heavily, don’t forget to bring an umbrella.

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Pajoengnja ketinggalan di roemah, basah koejoep deh abang satoe ini. (Payungnya ketinggalan di rumah, basah kuyup deh abang satu ini.)

Left his umbrella at home, now this fellow is completely soaked.

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