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

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Gen alpha

“Generation Alpha refers to the demographic cohort born between approximately 2013 and 2024. This generation is the first to be born entirely within the era of artificial intelligence, cloud computing, and smart devices integrated into daily life.”

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Lost generation

“The generation that came of age during World War I. The term was popularized by Gertrude Stein and refers to those born around 1883 to 1900.”

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Imo

“Acronym for 'in my opinion' used in online communication to express a personal perspective informally”

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Ciamik

“Ciamik means cool or awesome, quite popular across various groups. This word originates from Betawi/Jakarta dialect and has spread widely throughout various regions in Indonesia.”

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Impactpreneur

“An entrepreneur who creates significant social or environmental impact through sustainable business models”

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Yups

“An expression of agreement or affirmation that's more relaxed and cheerful, informal version of 'yes'”

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Sungkan

“Feeling unwilling or apprehensive about doing something due to a “sense of deference”, discomfort, or not wanting to hurt another's feelings.”

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Sunmori

“A touring activity or road trip using motorcycles or cars in the morning, usually done in groups to socialize and enjoy the morning atmosphere while driving.”

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Bosque

““Bosque” is a slang form of “Bosku,” which defines a very close friend or someone who is highly regarded.”

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Malming

“Saturday night, the evening before Sunday typically used for going out or dating”

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Bingung

“To feel uncertain about how to act or think; to be in a state of mental uncertainty that makes it difficult to make decisions or comprehend a situation. Describes a state of mind that is “chaotic” or directionless due to confusing information or an overwhelming number of choices.”

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Silent generation

“The Silent Generation is a demographic cohort referring to individuals born between 1928 and 1945. This generation grew up in the post-Great Depression and World War II era, leading them to generally exhibit conformist, cautious, and stability-oriented characteristics.”

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Anget

“Informal/slang form of 'hangat' (warm/hot) commonly used in everyday conversation, especially among young people and on social media.”

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Atw

“A slang term meaning 'or' in an informal context.”

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Ayang

“A familiar term for referring to a loved one, similar to 'sayang'.”

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Baby boomers

“A demographic generation born between 1946 and 1964, characterized by the post-World War II baby boom and experiencing a period of economic expansion and significant social changes in the 1960s and 1970s.”

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Gen beta

“Gen Beta is a projected term for the generation expected to be born between 2025 and 2039. This generation is predicted to grow up in an environment highly integrated with autonomous artificial intelligence, widespread automation, and deep human-machine interaction. This term is still an estimation and continues to evolve over time.”

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Gamasuk

“The word 'gamasuk' is an abbreviation of 'gak masuk' meaning not entering or not attending.”

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Ane

“'Ane' is an informal form of 'saya' meaning 'I' that's commonly used in everyday conversations. It comes from the Arabic word 'Ana', which also means 'I'.”

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Bekel

“Food or items brought from home to eat/use during travel or at school/work”

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Cemungudh

“A cute and humorous expression of encouragement or support, internet version of 'semangat' (spirit/cheer up)”

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Greatest generation

“A term referring to the generation born between 1901 and 1927, also known as the GI Generation. They experienced and matured during World War II, developing a strong work ethic and a spirit of sacrifice.”

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Tamvan

“Having an attractive and visually pleasing face; refers to the physical appearance of a male who is aesthetically considered handsome or charming. This word is an informal equivalent of “tampan” (handsome), widely used in both online and offline conversation as a compliment toward someone's appearance.”

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Gen x

“Generation X (Gen X) refers to a demographic cohort born approximately between 1965 and 1980. This generation experienced a significant transition from the analog to the digital era and is known for its independent and skeptical characteristics.”

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