Tengen
Definition & Context
Adjective
A word or phrase naming an attribute, added to or grammatically related to a noun to modify or describe it.
Tengen refers to a position or direction that indicates the “right side” of an object or a specific perspective. It is the opposite of “kiwa” or left, crucial for indicating relative orientation. Generally, it refers to the direction where most humans exhibit hand dominance.
Synonyms & Variants
dextro
A scientific or medical term referring to the right side or right direction.
kanan
Standard Indonesian equivalent.
sebelah kanan
A phrase indicating a position or direction on the right side.
tengen
The polite (krama) form of the word 'kanan' (right) in Javanese.
Usage Notes or Etymology
The word tengen originates from Javanese tengen meaning 'right'. It is a fundamental vocabulary word for directional pointers commonly used in various Javanese dialects, both Ngoko and Krama.
Real-world Usage
Omahku kae sing neng tengen dalan. (Rumahku yang ada di sebelah kanan jalan itu).
English Translation
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