jalang
What does jalang mean? jalang is a Indonesian severe that translates to “strumpet / whore” in English.
Literal Translation
wild / stray
Meaning & Usage
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"strumpet / whore"
A stray animal, usually applied to women to mean a literal whore ('perempuan jalang').
Examples in the Wild
Perempuan jalang. (Wild woman/whore.)
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
- Mixed company or unfamiliar social groups
- Job interviews, meetings, or customer-facing situations
Cultural Context
A slightly more formal/literary term for whore compared to perek.
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