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Sundanese

Discover the melodious Sundanese language of West Java. Learn daily expressions and polite terms from the Pasundan lands.

18 words•Updated periodically

Cenah

“A loanword from Sundanese used to convey information or remarks heard from others, often indicating that the information is “unconfirmed” or merely a “rumor”.”

1 meanings

Ceunah

“A Sundanese word meaning 'they say' or 'reportedly', used to convey information heard from others or circulating rumors.”

1 meanings

Indit

“A Sundanese verb meaning to leave a place and move toward another destination, equivalent to the standard Indonesian “pergi” (to go). Widely used in everyday Sundanese speech across various social registers.”

1 meanings

Lieur

“A mental state of confusion, dizziness, or chaotic thoughts resulting from facing complex problems, excessive pressure, or bewildering situations. Describes a condition where someone feels mentally overwhelmed to the point of difficulty thinking clearly or making proper decisions.”

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Keueung

“A mix of fear, anxiety, loneliness or being alone; a complex emotion without a direct equivalent in Indonesian.”

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Euy

“A Sundanese emphatic or exclamatory particle used to strengthen statements, express emotions, or draw the listener's attention.”

1 meanings

Dumeh

“A conjunction indicating “cause” or “reason”; often used in an informal context as a substitute for the word “karena” (because).”

1 meanings

Ngagorowok

“To shout or yell loudly with a harsh and uncontrolled voice, usually due to anger or overwhelming emotions”

1 meanings

Punten

“An expression used to ask for permission or excuse when “passing by” someone or when about to ask a question or interrupt. This word aims to prevent an impression of impoliteness and show “respect” to the interlocutor.”

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Beunghar

“A condition of someone possessing abundant “wealth” or material assets, often used to refer to an established economic status.”

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Naon

“Interrogative pronoun used to ask about objects, things, or situations in Sundanese. This word belongs to the “loma” or familiar speech level.”

1 meanings

Salatri

“A loanword from Sundanese describing an extreme state of hunger or being famished. The level of hunger experienced has reached a very disturbing and unbearable stage.”

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Nyaah

“Nyaah is a Sundanese particle or suffix that emphasizes complaints, grumbling, or mild protest with a tone of slight dissatisfaction.”

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Kalangenan

“Something or a place that is “full of memories” or elicits “deep pleasure”, often referring to an object or location that becomes a personal favorite and is connected with feelings of “relaxation” or happiness. This term expresses “affection” for something with sentimental value and personal “comfort”.”

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Kuring

“First-person singular pronoun in Sundanese at the “loma” (informal) speech level, used by a speaker to refer to themselves when addressing peers or close acquaintances. Equivalent to abdi in the polite register and aing in the coarse register.”

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Eta

“A demonstrative pronoun used to refer to objects or things situated “far” from the speaker but close to the listener.”

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Keuheul

“An emotional state expressing mild to moderate annoyance, frustration, or anger, typically experienced due to an event or behavior that does not meet expectations or causes discomfort.”

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Baraya

“A Sundanese term referring to relatives, kin, or family members within a broad sense. Encompasses both blood relations and close communal bonds of brotherhood. Used to address or refer to someone considered part of one's kinship network, whether biological or social in nature.”

1 meanings