Betawi
from melayu
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noun
Proper Name
From melayu
Definition
An ethnic group in Jakarta.
Etymology
Derived from the local pronunciation of 'Batavia', the colonial name for Jakarta given by the Dutch. Over time, the term underwent a phonetic shift to 'Betawi' to denote the indigenous ethnic group of Jakarta.
Semantic Category
Specific names of cities, countries, or entities (e.g., Jakarta, Indonesia).
Proper Name