Tempat makan jangan dibenahi
from indonesia
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noun
sastra
Abstract Concept
From indonesia
Definition
A proverb meaning one should not misbehave in a place where one is a guest, nor harm those who have been kind to us.
Etymology
An indigenous Indonesian proverb reflecting the moral values of agrarian and communal societies. The phrase is formed from the metaphor of eating as a symbol of hospitality, where damaging the dining area is considered a betrayal of the host's kindness.
Semantic Category
Intangible concepts that cannot be physically touched (e.g., ide, rencana).
Abstract Concept