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“Crying heavily with loud sobs in an exaggerated or dramatic manner.”
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“Crying heavily with loud sobs in an exaggerated or dramatic manner.”
“Describing a person who is annoyingly cheeky yet endearing, funny, and lively; a “lovable nuisance” — irritating in behavior but impossible to truly dislike.”
“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.”
“Thinking excessively to the point of anxiety.”
“A person's ability or skill in charming, seducing, or attracting the attention of others, often with a strong personal appeal.”
“Something obtained without payment; goods or services provided for free.”
“Tacky or gaudy in appearance.”
“Kudet is an acronym for the phrase “kurang update” (under-updated), referring to a condition where someone is unaware of the latest information or current trends.”
“Gawean is a term in Javanese that refers to work or activities being done, often in a casual context.”
“Informal slang term referring to mother or a female parent, derived from prokem (Jakarta street language) by inserting 'ok' into 'nyonya' or similar words.”
“Showing off wealth or achievements.”
“Staycation is a relaxed holiday activity undertaken without having to travel far from home or the residential area, often involving recreational activities in the immediate surroundings. This concept can also be extended to holidays in relatively close locations, depending on individual interpretation. The word indicates a preference for relaxation and comfort without the hassle of long journeys.”
“Daring to take extreme or risky action without much consideration; acting recklessly with full enthusiasm and without hesitation.”
“Second-person singular pronoun used to address or refer to the person being spoken to directly, equivalent to “you” in formal speech. The word carries a neutral to familiar tone, commonly used in casual conversations between peers or people who are already acquainted with one another.”
“A slang term referring to a student in or the status of “third grade” (final year) at the junior or senior high school level; equivalent to being a final-year student.”
“An interjection used to express surprise, amazement, or shock with a dramatic or enthusiastic tone”
“A slang variation referring to a specific intent, purpose, or meaning behind a statement or action. It functions as a noun or situational verb used to clarify or inquire about the underlying message intended by a speaker.”
“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.”
“A prokem slang term from 1980s Jakarta referring to a weapon, particularly a bladed or firearm used in criminal or street contexts.”
“A slang term formed by blending bokap (father) and nyokap (mother), used to refer to both parents collectively.”