bedebah

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What does bedebah mean? bedebah is a Indonesian strong that translates to “wretch / scoundrel” in English.

Literal Translation

wretch

Meaning & Usage

01

"wretch / scoundrel"

A wretched, damned person.

Examples in the Wild

Kau bedebah! (You wretch!)

When to Use It

Context

Informal settings where profanity is accepted
Expressing strong frustration or emphasis
Direct confrontation (use with caution)

Avoid

Professional or formal settings
Around elders or authority figures
Job interviews, meetings, or customer-facing situations

Cultural Context

More poetic and dated (often heard in dubbed movies for 'bastard'), but still used for dramatic effect.

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Crazy.