anjing
What does anjing mean? anjing is a Indonesian severe that translates to “bitch / bastard / fuck” in English.
Literal Translation
dog
Meaning & Usage
"bitch / bastard / fuck"
A dog.
Examples in the Wild
Anjing, gue telat! (Fuck, I'm late!)
When to Use It
Context
- Expressing strong frustration or emphasis
- Only among very close friends who share this register
- Direct confrontation (use with caution)
Avoid
- Professional or formal settings
- Around elders or authority figures
- Public spaces — will cause genuine offense
- Job interviews, meetings, or customer-facing situations
Cultural Context
The most ubiquitous swear word in Indonesia. In Islamic culture, dogs are considered unclean, making it a severe insult to call a human a dog. Also used universally as an exclamation of shock or anger.
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