You know
/en/Source Language: The language or dialect this term originates from (EN).Definition & Context
A filler expression commonly inserted when explaining technical matters, similar to 'kan' or 'gitu' in Indonesian
Synonyms & Variants
gitu
Informal form of 'begitu' (like that), often used as a filler or intensifier to explain something, similar to 'you know'.
kan
A particle used for emphasis or as a question tag, often seeking agreement or confirmation, similar to 'you know' in this context.
paham kan
An expression used to ask or confirm the listener's understanding, often used in the context of technical explanations.
tahu kan
An expression literally meaning 'you know, right?' used to confirm the listener's understanding, similar to 'you know'.
Usage Notes or Etymology
Often appears among tech enthusiasts who code-switch between English and Indonesian, especially when explaining tutorials or troubleshooting. Although fundamentally this is a common word in slang circles.
Real-world Usage
Jadi lo tinggal klik install, you know, terus wait sampai selesai
Representative of real-world usage and contextual accuracy.