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

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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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Gen y

“Gen Y refers to a demographic group or generation born between 1981 and 1996. This group is often called Millennials.”

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Gen z

“A term referring to the demographic group of people born approximately between 1997 and 2012, known as “digital natives” due to growing up in an era of digital technological advancements, the internet, and social media.”

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Bagel

“Not functioning properly or optimally; not gripping or working as it should; ineffective.”

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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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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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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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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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Malming

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

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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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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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Tamvan

“Slang term for handsome or good-looking, usually used for physically attractive guys”

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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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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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Nangkring

“To sit or perch casually on an elevated place, usually with legs dangling”

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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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