Soppeng

from bugis

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From bugis

Definition

A regency in South Sulawesi, Indonesia

Etymology

Derived from the Bugis word 'soppeng', which is etymologically related to 'misoppeng', meaning to jump or to emerge. The name refers to the legendary founding of the Soppeng kingdom in South Sulawesi.

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