bego

be.goinsult

What does bego mean? bego is a Indonesian moderate that translates to “dumb / stupid” in English.

Literal Translation

dumb

Meaning & Usage

01

"dumb / stupid"

Slow or dumb.

Examples in the Wild

Bego amat sih lu. (You're so dumb, man.)

When to Use It

Context

Casual conversations with friends
Informal settings where profanity is accepted
Direct confrontation (use with caution)

Avoid

Professional or formal settings
Job interviews, meetings, or customer-facing situations

Cultural Context

Often used in Jakarta slang among friends. Slightly lighter than goblok.

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