keparat

kə.pa.ratinsult, religious

What does keparat mean? keparat is a Indonesian severe that translates to “damned bastard” in English.

heathen / infidel

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"damned bastard"

A cursed person, heathen, or someone who is damned.

Manusia keparat! (Damned human!)

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
  • Around religious or conservative communities
  • Job interviews, meetings, or customer-facing situations

Cultural Context

A heavy, somewhat classical/cinematic curse denoting deep anger.

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