Unggah-ungguh
from jawa
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noun
Reduplication
From jawa
Definition
Polite or respectful attitude.
Etymology
Borrowed from Javanese 'unggah-ungguh', derived from the root 'unggah' (to ascend). This term refers to a hierarchical system of ethics and manners in speech and behavior, reflecting the social structure of Javanese society that highly values status and respect for others.
Semantic Category
Words that only or primarily exist in reduplicated form (e.g., gara-gara).
Reduplication