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“An interjection in Indonesian slang used to express admiration or to indicate that something is extremely “cool”, impressive, or outstanding.”
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“An interjection in Indonesian slang used to express admiration or to indicate that something is extremely “cool”, impressive, or outstanding.”
“The act of casually hanging out and spending time together with friends at a place such as a street stall, café, or public corner, without any specific productive goal. The activity is typically accompanied by light conversation, laughter, and free-flowing, unstructured social interaction.”
“The term “ndeso” refers to behavior or a lifestyle considered outdated, tacky, or old-fashioned, often associated with habits from rural areas that are not yet “modern.” This word is used to describe someone or something that doesn't follow trends or “urban” tastes and can carry a derogatory meaning.”
“An affectionate term of address for a “close friend” or best friend; widely used as a warm greeting, especially in social media captions and digital conversation.”
“Slang term referring to something or someone exceptionally extraordinary, astonishing, or extreme in behavior, appearance, or quality; literally a reduplication of the word 'gila' to intensify meaning.”
“A significant positive transformation in appearance or self-quality compared to before, typically after effort or time.”
“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.”
“To like or love someone.”
“A “slang” term referring to “profit” or financial gain obtained from an activity, transaction, or investment.”
“A slang adjective describing an extraordinary, highly satisfying, or impressive performance. It refers to consistent success, such as a ride-hailing account receiving continuous orders or an individual displaying excellent and “stunning” talent in a specific field.”
“Acronym of 'jalur pribadi' (private channel), referring to sending personal or private messages through digital media, not in public spaces or groups.”
“To move or leave a place quickly, typically to avoid something or to rush toward a destination. Describes the act of fleeing or relocating in a hurried, hasty manner. The word emphasizes speed and urgency of movement, often with a spontaneous and unplanned nuance.”
“The act of temporarily substituting for someone in an operational role. Most commonly used in the Indonesian intercity bus transportation industry, referring to a substitute driver who fills the position of the “main driver” for one or several trips.”
“The act of pretending to be calm and unbothered when one is actually panicking, nervous, or under pressure. The word describes a deliberately composed facial expression or behavior meant to appear as though everything is fine, while the inner state is the opposite. Commonly used to mock or humorously describe someone's reaction.”
“Soothing or emotionally calming.”
“A slang expression indicating ignorance or indifference toward something; an utterance used to show that someone does not understand or does not care about a matter.”
“A question word meaning 'how'.”
“It's okay; an expression of reassurance.”
“Bokin is an informal term for a boyfriend or girlfriend in casual daily conversations.”
“An intensifier expressing a very high degree or extreme level of a state or quality”
“An informal slang form of the word kapital (capital), referring to the use of “capital letters” in text writing on social media. The term is used by Indonesian internet users, particularly within communities that adopt an “alay” or expressive writing style.”
“Pewe is an informal adjective or idiomatic expression describing a “highly comfortable body position” or a state of relaxation. It refers to a situation in which someone feels settled, at ease, and disinclined to change their posture while resting or performing specific activities.”
“Slang variation of the first-person singular pronoun 'I', commonly used in informal digital communication”
“A state of feeling “restless”, confused, or sad due to emotional pressure, particularly regarding romantic affairs. This term represents a psychological condition of inner turmoil or uncertainty, which frequently triggers passive behavioral responses or complaints concerning one's current romantic situation.”