Shén's definitions

Kadrun

In Indonesian politics, the term Kadrun (Kadal Gurun) is an epithet directed at people who are considered narrow-minded, especially those influenced by extremism and fundamentalism movements from the Middle East, to stigmatize those labeled as radical. "Kadal Gurun" probably refers to the Dhab, a type of lizard commonly distributed in the deserts of the Middle East.

A: Sir, what is the religion of terrorists?
B: That's wrong! That's a false understanding! Terrorists don't have a religion! They're atheists!
A: Owalah you are indeed a Kadrun.

(Here the term Kadrun refers to anyone who technically supports Radical Islamic movements. This term is very popular in Indonesia.)

by Shén March 8, 2023

Gemes

Gemas or Gemes is a certain mixed feeling of irritation and fondness. This can be said of a cute toddler who won’t stop whining, or anything that invokes a similar feeling. But lately this word has mostly been used to describe something utterly adorable and unique that could be a certain object, person, or behaviour.

“I'm so Gemes to see your chubby cheeks!”

by Shén March 8, 2023

Semok

Literally means sexy curvy women, in English equivalent with Hottie or Super Hottie. In another sense it can mean as a compliment but it is too vulgar to say in public or even to strangers.

"Your wife is Semok and I Sange when I saw the body.”

by Shén March 8, 2023

Ndeso

Refers to a person or things which is not familiar with modernity and they will likely to be over-amazed or even scared when see something sophisticated (i.e. like the first time you ride luxurious car).

“Ndeso!”

by Shén March 8, 2023

Wkwk

Indonesian netizens often use it to express joy, pleasure, and amusement at something that makes them laugh. Equivalent to LOL in English.

“If someone calls you ugly, don't despair, they may not be telling a lie, wkwk.”

by Shén March 8, 2023

Woles

If you read the word from behind, you’ll get selow, which is another slang word derived from the English word Slow. Woles is an interjection you say to someone to get them to calm down. Think of all the instances you’d normally say “chill bro”; that’s your window to show off knowledge of this piece of hip, youthful Indonesian slang.

"Woles, bro, you don't have to be angry."

by Shén March 8, 2023

MUI

The abbreviation MUI stands for "Mintanya Uang Insentif" (in English it would be: "Asking for Incentive Money) which describes someone's anxiety while asking for or waiting for a cash incentive as a reward for their relatively insignificant work. In Indonesia, the word "MUI" has become an adjective that is often used satirically or ironically, and sometimes just as a joke. This idiom if translated into English, it could be described as something like "anxiously awaiting when asking for a small reward," but its use in Indonesian culture has evolved beyond its literal meaning and taken on a more sarcastic or humorous tone.

“If you work, don't become an MUI! Work only a little but ask for more income. Is that money coming out of your father's breasts!?”

by Shén March 11, 2023