Indonesian Slang

“A casual slang form of the standard Indonesian word bisa (can/able), used to express capability, agreement, or confirmation; equivalent to “sure”, “can do”, or “I'm able to” in everyday speech.”

“Doi is a slang term referring to a romantic partner or boyfriend/girlfriend. Commonly used in casual conversations among teenagers and young adults as an informal replacement for 'partner'. Indicates a close, personal romantic relationship with an intimate tone.”

“Unexpected or unrelated to the prior context.”

“A metaphorical term for individuals who embrace a “contemplative” lifestyle, typically characterized by a fondness for coffee, indie music, poetry, and the ambiance of sunset.”

“Slang term referring to the state of being 'dead' or 'deceased', with a linguistic variation inserting the syllable 'ok' into the word 'mat'.”

“Used to affirm or agree with someone’s opinion.”

“A pejorative figurative term referring to an old man who still harbors excessive desire or “obsession” toward women, commonly used to mock or criticize behavior deemed inappropriate for one's advanced age.”

“A brief acknowledgment or agreement.”

“Bray is a slang term used to refer to someone in a casual or joking manner. Other similar slang terms: 'bro', 'cuy', 'gan'.”

“A verb meaning to accelerate, move quickly, or show high enthusiasm to do something immediately. Commonly used to express enthusiastic agreement or urge immediate action without delay.”

“An intense feeling of embarrassment, often mixed with shyness or nervousness, especially when around someone admired or liked. This condition is marked by physical reactions such as a flushed face, difficulty speaking, or uncontrollable awkward behavior.”

“A psychological state of excessive and disproportionate anxiety or worry about a situation, often without a strong or rational basis. Used in colloquial contexts to describe someone who is overly suspicious, threatened, or restless.”

“A slang word meaning ugly or unattractive, typically used to mock appearance or objects.”

“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.”

“A shortened form of 'Sepuh' (Elder), used to address someone who is highly skilled, experienced, or a veteran in a specific field.”

“Feeling embarrassed, reluctant, or uncomfortable due to concern about appearing beneath one's dignity or being perceived as lacking self-respect by others. The word describes an awkward feeling that arises when a person senses that their actions or situation may diminish their “social image” in the eyes of those around them.”

“A state of experiencing significant financial loss or failing to profit from an investment or business venture. This term refers to a situation where expenses far exceed income, causing a “leakage” of capital.”

“A slang term describing a state or attitude of being calm, relaxed, and unhurried when dealing with certain situations. This word is often used to advocate for tranquility and to avoid panic, indicating that someone is not easily worried or tense.”

“Shortened form of 'belum' (not yet) commonly used in everyday conversation”

“Emotionally heated or provoked.”

“Being overly sensitive or easily offended by something that is not serious. A person who is baper tends to take things personally in light-hearted situations or jokes, thus reacting excessively or getting hurt easily.”