Standard Dictionary

Indonesian Standard Dictionary

14,146 standard words, curated and enriched by the ibahasa Language Team.

j
numeral
Numeral

The tenth letter of the Indonesian alphabet.

jabar
noun
agama
Abstract Concept

A title for Allah the Almighty.

jabariah
noun
agama
Abstract Concept

A school of theology that teaches bound nature.

jabatan
noun
politik
Abstract Concept

A position or rank held by an individual within an organization or government, encompassing specific duties, functions, and responsibilities.

jabatan organik
noun
politik
Abstract Concept

A job position officially established within salary regulations and included in the organizational structure of the relevant agency.

jadam
noun
Abstract Concept

A black resin from agarwood used as traditional medicine, or a dark blue metal alloy used for coating.

jagabela
noun
militer
Abstract Concept

A soldier serving as a personal bodyguard to a king or high official in the past, or a soldier tasked with maintaining discipline.

jagakarsa
noun
Proper Name

Name of a subdistrict in South Jakarta

jaha
noun
sains
Locus

A large forest tree whose fruit is utilized as a medicinal ingredient, textile dye, or leather tanning agent.

jahit tangan
noun
Action

The process of joining fabric or textile materials using a needle and thread manually without the aid of a sewing machine.

jainisme
noun
agama
Proper Name

A religious movement originating from Western India.

jaipongan
noun
sastra
Abstract Concept

A dynamic and popular traditional Sundanese dance performance art, typically accompanied by gamelan music.

jalak
noun
sains
Locus

A small passerine bird with predominantly black plumage and yellow legs and beak; figuratively refers to a brave person.

jalan mati
noun
Locus

A road or traffic route that is no longer in use or is impassable for vehicles.

jalan memintas
noun
Locus

A shorter route or method to reach a destination compared to the main path.

jalan tol
noun
Locus

A specialized highway designed for high-speed motor vehicle traffic, where users are charged a fee to travel.

jalil
adjective
agama
Abstract Concept

A quality denoting extraordinary majesty, glory, or sublimity, typically attributed to God.

jam biologis
noun
ekonomi
Abstract Concept

An internal timing system in organisms that regulates physiological rhythms, or the officially established trading hours within a stock exchange.

jam pasir
noun
Locus

A traditional timekeeping device consisting of two connected glass bulbs, where sand flows from one bulb to the other.

jam sibuk
noun
Tempo

A specific time of day when public activity reaches its peak, typically characterized by heavy traffic or high workload.

jamaika
noun
sains
Proper Name

An island nation located in the Caribbean Sea and part of the Greater Antilles.

jambiah
noun
Locus

A traditional weapon in the form of a dagger with a wide, curved blade, typically originating from the Middle East.

jambretan
noun
hukum
Action

Items or objects obtained through the criminal act of snatching or forceful robbery.

jambu bol
noun
sains
Locus

A tropical fruit tree, scientifically known as Eugenia malaccensis, characterized by thick, juicy flesh and reddish, striped skin.

jambur
noun
Locus

A building or space provided as temporary lodging for travelers, or as a meeting hall for youth.

jamin
verb
Action

To provide a guarantee or assurance regarding the safety, authenticity, or truth of something, including persons, goods, or property.

janabijana
noun
arkais
Locus

An archaic term referring to one's birthplace or place of origin.

janda belum berlaki
noun
sastra
Abstract Concept

A proverb describing a young woman who has been toyed with by a man and subsequently abandoned.

janda berhias
noun
sastra
Abstract Concept

A term for a widow who has no children and is permitted to wear bridal attire if she remarries.

janda muda
noun
Abstract Concept

A woman who is divorced or widowed and is still at a young age.