Sekut
/id/Source Language: The language or dialect this term originates from (ID).Definition & Context
ExpressionExpression
A word or phrase, especially an idiomatic one, used to convey an idea.
A slang expression meaning agreement or consent, used as an affirmative response in casual everyday conversation.
Synonyms & Variants
gas
An expression or command to move quickly or attack in a gaming context.
oke
An interjection to express agreement or acceptance.
sepakat
To reach a mutual agreement or understanding.
setuju
To express agreement or consent to something.
Usage Notes or Etymology
The word sekut is a creative abbreviation derived from the phrase satu ekor kutu, meaning literally “one flea”. This phrase holds no literal semantic relevance; Instead, it functions as a “phonetic code” whose syllables are collapsed into a single unit: se- (from satu) and kut (from kutu), merging into sekut. This word-formation process reflects the linguistic creativity of Indonesian youth culture in generating “social codewords” that are humorous and unexpected. Its usage is typically spontaneous and is popular among teenagers and social media users as a more playful alternative to the standard word setuju (agree).
Real-world Usage
Ide lu sekut banget, langsung kita garap dong!
English Translation
Representative of real-world usage and contextual accuracy.