Indonesian Slang

Cekidot, gan!—"Check it out, Boss!"

Kamu Dodol—"You''re a coconut fudge!" (You''re slow on the uptake)

This book is an informal compendium of Indonesian expressions, including proverbs, slang, quotations and acronyms.

The unique aspects of the Indonesian language offer one of the best windows into Indonesian culture. Slang, titles, proverbs, nicknames, acronyms, quotations and other expressions r...