Palum

INDONESIAN•1 meaning found

Definition & Context

A state in which thirst has been quenched after drinking; no longer feeling thirsty.

Usage Notes or Etymology

The word 'palum' is an informal form of 'not thirsty anymore' or 'satisfied with drinking', commonly used in everyday conversations across various regions in Indonesia. Its origin comes from casual conversational language that simplifies formal expressions. 'Palum' officially entered the Indonesian KBBI (Indonesian Dictionary) around 2024/2025, based on information from the Language Agency of the Ministry of Education and Culture.

Real-world Usage

Minum teh dulu biar palum, abis itu kita main.

English Translation

Have some tea first so you're not thirsty anymore, then we'll play.

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Palum Resmi Masuk KBBI (Detik)
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