Mantulity
“An exaggerated variation of 'mantul' (short for 'mantap betul'), used to describe something extremely cool, great, or satisfying.”
Daily street slang and colloquialisms you need to know.
“An exaggerated variation of 'mantul' (short for 'mantap betul'), used to describe something extremely cool, great, or satisfying.”
“Abbreviation of 'malas gerak' (lazy to move), describing a state of extreme reluctance to move or engage in physical activity, usually due to fatigue, drowsiness, or simply wanting to laze around.”
“The word 'aing' is a slang term used by young people in Indonesia to refer to themselves. It is typically used in informal conversations or on social media.”
“Ngepret is a slang term used to describe the action of hitting or slapping someone hard and suddenly.”
“Urang is a slang term in everyday language meaning 'we' or 'us', commonly used in the Sundanese region.”
“Shortened form of 'belum' (not yet) commonly used in everyday conversation”
“A romantic interest or potential partner known exclusively through online interactions, without physical meetings”
“A term for someone who is so in love that they're willing to do anything, even to the point of losing their self-respect.”
“Automatically or instantly triggered.”
“To feel or sense something subjectively.”
“Relaxed or easygoing.”
“Emotionally heated or provoked.”
“Overly sensitive or emotionally affected.”
“Being cornered with no argument left.”
“A casual term of address among peers, derived from reversing 'bang'.”
“An expression describing intense mental effort or trying to solve a problem by pushing one's cognitive limits”
“Emotionally harmful or damaging behavior or environment.”
“Overly curious about other people's affairs.”
“Rancak means something cool, attractive, or good.”
“Confused or unsure about what to do.”
“Taking a break or vacation for mental refreshment.”
“Surantap is a slang word with no specific lexical meaning that is used as an intensifier, typically paired with other words (especially mantap) to add emphasis, humor, and rhythmic effect.”
“Feeling ashamed or embarrassed.”
“Sotoy is a term for someone who pretends to know or acts like they know about something.”
“A disappointing or failed outcome.”
“'Mantul' is used to express something cool or awesome.”
“Delusional thinking; imagining unrealistic scenarios.”
“Playful twist on 'culture', referring to trends, lifestyles, or trendy things popular among Gen Z.”
“An informal expression that conveys admiration, surprise, or disbelief toward something extraordinary or extreme.”
“Threadster is a term for someone who frequently creates threads on Twitter.”
“Keuheul is a slang term used to describe a feeling of being very surprised or shocked.”
“Uncultured or old-fashioned; literally from a village.”
“A casual greeting, short for 'Juragan'. It's currently used to call someone, similar to bro, dude, or mate among young people and netizens. Popularized by the Kaskus platform.”
“A significant positive transformation in appearance or self-quality compared to before, typically after effort or time.”
“To like or love someone.”
“Derived from the abbreviation 'Gaji Buta' (blind salary), but the slang meaning refers to a state of boredom due to having nothing to do, or being idle without any meaningful activity.”
“Good sound quality, melodious, or satisfactory performance; often used for singing, birds, or anything with pleasing results.”
“A term referring to something uncertain, ambiguous, or in between two conditions”
“"Prefer" in English means to like something more or have a first choice over other alternatives. In Indonesia, it's often used in casual conversations, especially among urban millennials and Gen Z.”
“Simple or low-effort, often referring to light humor.”
“Ngacir means to leave quickly or to run.”
“Thinking excessively to the point of anxiety.”
“Emotionally impactful or hitting the right note.”
“Tacky or gaudy in appearance.”
“Gawean is a term in Javanese that refers to work or activities being done, often in a casual context.”
“Soothing or emotionally calming.”
“A question word meaning 'how'.”
“It's okay; an expression of reassurance.”
“Showing off wealth or achievements.”
“An intensifier expressing a very high degree or extreme level of a state or quality”
“An informal intensifier meaning 'very' or 'extremely', used as a variation of the word 'kali' to emphasize the intensity of a condition or situation. Popular among young people in Jakarta and surrounding areas in casual conversations and social media. ”
“Informal second-person pronoun meaning 'you', popular in Jakarta and surrounding areas. Other versions: 'lo', 'elu'.”
“Naksir means to have a crush or to be attracted to someone.”
“Feeling dizzy or mentally overwhelmed.”
“Feeling tired or exhausted.”
“Bjir is a slang expression used to convey shock, confusion, or even disbelief about a situation. This word is often said in a surprising tone and can be used in various contexts, both serious and playful.”
“On fire; performing extremely well or looking impressive.”
“Not using common sense or logic; stupid, not thinking properly”
“Big mouth or empty talk, often used to criticize players who talk a lot but have mediocre skills”
“Excessive to an unreasonable degree.”
“Snarky or spiteful attitude expressed through sharp comments.”
“Akoh is a variation of the first-person singular pronoun in Betawi/Jakarta Malay dialect, equivalent to "Aku" in standard Indonesian.”
“Unexpected or unrelated to the prior context.”
“Scene; a specific community or subculture.”
“Literally. Used for emphasis, often hyperbolically.”
“Ayas is an expression used to refer to someone in a friendly or casual way.”
“Gue is a first-person singular pronoun used in everyday language.”
“Used to affirm or agree with someone’s opinion.”
“Slang for someone being overly obsessive, often jokingly.”
“A brief acknowledgment or agreement.”
“Abbreviation of 'omong doang', meaning all talk with no action or proof”
“Bray is a slang term used to refer to someone in a casual or joking manner. Other similar slang terms: 'bro', 'cuy', 'gan'.”
“Let’s go; an expression to proceed without hesitation.”
“A slang variation of 'omong-omong' (talking) used to describe empty rhetoric, nonsense, or 'all talk and no action'.”
“Fear of missing out; anxiety about missing trends or experiences.”
“A slang word meaning ugly or unattractive, typically used to mock appearance or objects.”
“A shortened form of 'Sepuh' (Elder), used to address someone who is highly skilled, experienced, or a veteran in a specific field.”
“A state of awkwardness, nervousness, or discomfort displayed when receiving attention, compliments, or being in an embarrassing situation. Derived from the abbreviation of 'salah tingkah' (behaving awkwardly), describing spontaneous reactions such as clumsy movements, not knowing what to do, or losing composure when becoming the center of attention.”
“An expression of admiration or acknowledgment.”
“A greeting for a group of people, usually friends or audience, regardless of gender”