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From Jakarta's corporate slang to the wisdom of local dialects. Explore the living dictionary of Indonesia.

Javanese

Explore the diverse Javanese dialects: from polite Kromo to street Ngoko and Ngapak, spoken across Central and East Java.

295 words

Formal Indonesian

Standard and formal Indonesian vocabulary (Baku). Essential for professional, academic, medical, sains and business communications.

270 words

Indonesian Slang

Comprehensive dictionary of Indonesian street slang. Master the daily colloquialisms to sound like a true local.

165 words

Old Indonesian / Malay

A time machine to the colonial and early independence eras. Archiving the evolution from Van Ophuijsen to Soewandi (Republik) orthography, and classic pre-EYD terms.

109 words

General

Versatile general Indonesian vocabulary suitable for everyday conversations and standard daily use.

28 words

Sundanese

Discover the melodious Sundanese language of West Java. Learn daily expressions and polite terms from the Pasundan lands.

18 words

Internet Culture

A deep dive into Indonesian internet culture. Navigate viral trends, local memes, and nationwide netizen slang.

15 words

Tech & Startup

Essential jargon and buzzwords from the Indonesian startup and corporate tech ecosystem. Speak fluent 'tech bro'.

15 words

Gaming & Esports

The quintessential gamer speak directory. Explore esports terminology, streaming culture, and toxic chat decoders.

14 words

Idioms

A collection of Indonesian idioms and proverbs. Uncover the deep philosophy and moral messages behind traditional sayings.

11 words

Jaksel Slang

The ultimate guide to South Jakarta's finest slang. Decode the unique bilingual mix of the SCBD and Senopati socialites.

10 words

Betawi

The original Jakarta dialect. From 'gue-elo' to classic banters, trace the roots of modern Indonesian slang through Betawi.

7 words

Cultural

A glossary of cultural terms, traditional customs, and local wisdom that shape the Indonesian archipelago's identity.

7 words

Batak

Horas! Master the bold, spirited, and straightforward expressions of the Batak people from North Sumatra.

4 words