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Javanese

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

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Kene

“A demonstrative pronoun referring to a location or position close to the speaker, meaning “here”.”

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Sung

“A negation-emphatic particle in the Banyumasan (Ngapak) dialect of Javanese, used to express disbelief, surprise, or to seek reconfirmation of a statement. Functionally equivalent to "Really?" or "Are you serious?" in standard usage.”

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Panjenengan

“A second-person singular pronoun used to refer to the second person with a high degree of respect or formality in Javanese language.”

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Sandhangan

“Any form of clothing or body covering; in Javanese context, refers broadly to garments and all “attire” worn in daily life.”

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Pecetan

“A traditional “post-prayer gathering” snack or light meal served to guests after the conclusion of a religious recitation event, characteristic of Central Javanese communities as an expression of gratitude and hospitality.”

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Sampun

“A Javanese particle meaning “already” or “done”, representing the polite (krama) form of “wis” in Javanese dialect, indicating the completion of an action or event.”

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Nggawa

“To “carry” or “transport” something from one location to another. This active verb refers to the action of moving an object by holding or supporting it so that it changes position together with the subject who is performing the action.”

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Tumeka

“A Javanese verb meaning to reach or to arrive at a certain point, place, or time. It is the krama (polite register) form of teka, used in both formal written and spoken Javanese.”

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Jeblos

“A verb meaning to “stumble” or “fall” into a hole, crevice, or a lower place accidentally.”

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Amarga

“A conjunction or particle used to explain the reason, basis, or motive behind an event. It connects an effect clause with a cause clause to establish a causality relationship, literally meaning “because” or “due to”.”

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Mokel

“The act of intentionally breaking one's fast before the designated time of iftar, whether by eating, drinking, or performing other acts that invalidate fasting. This term originates from the Javanese lexicon and is commonly used in daily conversation among Javanese speakers.”

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Ningali

“A verb in the “Krama Inggil” register of Javanese, meaning to see or to watch something; the honorific equivalent of ndelok (Ngoko), used as a mark of deep respect toward elders or those of higher social standing.”

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Meneh

“An adverbial term in Javanese dialect meaning again or once more, used to express the repetition of an action or state.”

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Luwes

“A quality indicating adaptability, flexibility of movement, or a graceful and refined character that is not rigid.”

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Punika

“A demonstrative word in the krama register of Javanese, functioning as the equivalent of “this”, “that”, or “is/are” in English, depending on the sentential context. Used to indicate objects near or far from the speaker, or to link a subject with a nominal predicate.”

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Bantet

“A Javanese word meaning stunted, dwarfed, or hindered in growth, either physically or developmentally.”

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Seje

“An adjective referring to a different or dissimilar condition between one thing and another. This term is used to emphasize a contrast, anomaly, or discrepancy in the form, nature, or quality of an object within a comparative context.”

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Kados pundi

“An interrogative phrase in krama inggil Javanese register meaning “how” or “in what manner”, used to politely inquire about the condition, state, or method of something with a high degree of respect.”

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Kencot

“A word in the Banyumasan Javanese dialect or 'ngapak' that means hungry or feeling famished. Alternative words for this in other Javanese dialects are 'luwe' and 'ngelih'.”

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Bongko

“A Javanese Ngoko adjective expressing a state of being deeply exhausted and extremely annoyed or frustrated, commonly uttered in an emotional or angry tone as a reaction to someone's behavior or an aggravating situation.”

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Mburi

“The rear or back side of an object, place, or position. Mburi is a Javanese Ngoko vocabulary word used to refer to the direction or position of “behind” in everyday conversation.”

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Cempe

“A very young goat kid, typically only a few days to a few weeks old, and not yet weaned from its mother. This term is a characteristic word in Javanese vocabulary used to refer to a “young goat” or “baby goat” in the context of traditional animal husbandry.”

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Ngelmu

“A Javanese Ngoko noun referring to “knowledge”, “learning”, or wisdom; in traditional and spiritual contexts, it specifically denotes esoteric or mystical knowledge obtained through spiritual practice and inner discipline.”

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Kesrimpet

“A state where one's feet or limbs become “entangled” or caught in something, such as cloth or rope, thereby hindering movement.”

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