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Introduction[edit | edit source]

In this lesson, we will explore the Javanese vocabulary related to family members. Family is an important aspect of Javanese culture, and understanding the words for different family members is crucial for effective communication. By learning these words, you will be able to talk about your family and understand when others talk about theirs. This knowledge will greatly enhance your ability to engage in conversations and build relationships with native Javanese speakers.

In this lesson, we will cover a wide range of family members, including immediate family members like parents, siblings, and children, as well as extended family members like grandparents, aunts, and uncles. We will also learn some useful phrases and expressions related to family relationships. By the end of this lesson, you will have a comprehensive understanding of Javanese family vocabulary and be able to confidently use it in your conversations.

Immediate Family Members[edit | edit source]

Let's start by learning the Javanese words for immediate family members. These are the people who are most closely related to you and play a significant role in your life.

Parents[edit | edit source]

The word for "father" in Javanese is "bapak" or "ayah". The word for "mother" is "ibu". These are the most common words used to refer to one's parents in Javanese.

Javanese	Pronunciation	English
bapak	/bɑ.pɑk/ or /ɑ.jɑh/	father
ibu	/i.bu/	mother

Siblings[edit | edit source]

The word for "older brother" in Javanese is "mas" or "kakang". The word for "older sister" is "mbak" or "kakang". The word for "younger brother" is "adik". The word for "younger sister" is "adik".

Javanese	Pronunciation	English
mas	/mɑs/ or /kɑ.kɑŋ/	older brother
mbak	/mbɑk/ or /kɑ.kɑŋ/	older sister
adik	/ɑ.dik/	younger brother/sister

Children[edit | edit source]

The word for "son" in Javanese is "putra". The word for "daughter" is "putri". These are the words commonly used to refer to one's children in Javanese.

Javanese	Pronunciation	English
putra	/put.rɑ/	son
putri	/put.ri/	daughter

Extended Family Members[edit | edit source]

Now let's move on to the Javanese words for extended family members. These are the relatives who are not part of your immediate family but still hold a special place in your life.

Grandparents[edit | edit source]

The word for "grandfather" in Javanese is "kakek" or "dandhang". The word for "grandmother" is "nenek" or "dandhang". These are the most common words used to refer to one's grandparents in Javanese.

Javanese	Pronunciation	English
kakek	/kɑ.kɛk/ or /dɑnd.hɑŋ/	grandfather
nenek	/nɛ.nɛk/ or /dɑnd.hɑŋ/	grandmother

Aunts and Uncles[edit | edit source]

The word for "aunt" in Javanese is "bu guru" or "mbah". The word for "uncle" is "pak guru" or "mbah". These words are commonly used to refer to one's aunts and uncles in Javanese.

Javanese	Pronunciation	English
bu guru	/bu ɡu.ru/	aunt
mbah	/mbɑh/	aunt/uncle
pak guru	/pɑk ɡu.ru/	uncle

Cousins[edit | edit source]

The word for "male cousin" in Javanese is "mbah" or "sepupu". The word for "female cousin" is "mbak" or "sepupu". These words can be used to refer to both male and female cousins in Javanese.

Javanese	Pronunciation	English
mbah	/mbɑh/	male cousin
mbak	/mbɑk/	female cousin
sepupu	/sɛ.pu.pu/	cousin

In-Laws[edit | edit source]

The word for "father-in-law" in Javanese is "bapak mertua". The word for "mother-in-law" is "ibu mertua". The word for "brother-in-law" is "adhi mertua". The word for "sister-in-law" is "adhi mertua". These are the most common words used to refer to one's in-laws in Javanese.

Javanese	Pronunciation	English
bapak mertua	/bɑ.pɑk mɛr.tu.ɑ/	father-in-law
ibu mertua	/i.bu mɛr.tu.ɑ/	mother-in-law
adhi mertua	/ɑ.dɪ mɛr.tu.ɑ/	brother-in-law/sister-in-law

Cultural Insights[edit | edit source]

In Javanese culture, the concept of family extends beyond the immediate family. Extended family members hold a significant place in society and are often involved in important family decisions. In some cases, extended family members may even live together in the same household.

Respect for elders is highly valued in Javanese culture. It is common for younger family members to address their elders with special terms of respect, such as "pak" for men and "bu" for women. These terms are used as a sign of respect and to show the hierarchical structure of the family.

Javanese families place a strong emphasis on togetherness and unity. Family gatherings and reunions are common, especially during important holidays and celebrations. These gatherings provide an opportunity for family members to strengthen their bonds and maintain strong relationships with one another.

Practice Exercises[edit | edit source]

1. Match the Javanese words with their English translations.

Javanese	English
bapak	a. father
ibu	b. mother
mas	c. older brother
mbak	d. older sister
adik	e. younger brother/sister
putra	f. son
putri	g. daughter
kakek	h. grandfather
nenek	i. grandmother
bu guru	j. aunt
mbah	k. aunt/uncle
pak guru	l. uncle
mbah	m. male cousin
mbak	n. female cousin
sepupu	o. cousin
bapak mertua	p. father-in-law
ibu mertua	q. mother-in-law
adhi mertua	r. brother-in-law/sister-in-law

Solution: 1. a 2. b 3. c 4. d 5. e 6. f 7. g 8. h 9. i 10. j 11. k 12. l 13. m 14. n 15. o 16. p 17. q 18. r

2. Imagine you are introducing your family to a Javanese friend. Write a short paragraph (in Javanese) describing each family member, including their names, ages, and relationships to you.

Example solution: Bapakku namanya Suryo. Umurnya lima puluh tahun. Dia adalah ayahku. Ibuku namanya Ratna. Umurnya empat puluh delapan tahun. Dia adalah ibuku. Kakak laki-lakiku namanya Budi. Umurnya dua puluh tiga tahun. Dia adalah kakakku. Kakak perempuanku namanya Siska. Umurnya dua puluh satu tahun. Dia adalah kakakku. Adik laki-lakiku namanya Joko. Umurnya tujuh belas tahun. Dia adalah adikku. Adik perempuanku namanya Maya. Umurnya tiga belas tahun. Dia adalah adikku.

Translation: My father's name is Suryo. He is fifty years old. He is my father. My mother's name is Ratna. She is forty-eight years old. She is my mother. My older brother's name is Budi. He is twenty-three years old. He is my older brother. My older sister's name is Siska. She is twenty-one years old. She is my older sister. My younger brother's name is Joko. He is seventeen years old. He is my younger brother. My younger sister's name is Maya. She is thirteen years old. She is my younger sister.

Conclusion[edit | edit source]

Congratulations! You have now learned the Javanese vocabulary for family members. Family is an integral part of Javanese culture, and by knowing these words, you will be able to communicate effectively with native Javanese speakers and deepen your understanding of their culture. Practice using these words in conversations and reinforce your learning through regular practice. In the next lesson, we will explore the Javanese vocabulary for relationship terms, allowing you to expand your knowledge of Javanese family and relationships even further.

Table of Contents - Javanese Course - 0 to A1[edit source]

Course Presentation

Greetings and Introductions

Sentence Structure

Numbers and Time

Nouns and Pronouns

Family and Relationships

Verbs and Tenses

Food and Drinks

Adjectives and Adverbs

Travel and Transportation

Prepositions and Conjunctions

Javanese Customs and Etiquette

Sources[edit | edit source]

Other Lessons[edit | edit source]

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-In this lesson of the Complete 0 to A1 Javanese Course, we will learn the Javanese words for different family members. Family is an important part of Javanese culture, and knowing these words will allow you to communicate more effectively with your Javanese friends and colleagues.
+== Introduction ==
-== Vocabulary ==
+In this lesson, we will explore the Javanese vocabulary related to family members. Family is an important aspect of Javanese culture, and understanding the words for different family members is crucial for effective communication. By learning these words, you will be able to talk about your family and understand when others talk about theirs. This knowledge will greatly enhance your ability to engage in conversations and build relationships with native Javanese speakers.
-Here are some Javanese words for family members:
+In this lesson, we will cover a wide range of family members, including immediate family members like parents, siblings, and children, as well as extended family members like grandparents, aunts, and uncles. We will also learn some useful phrases and expressions related to family relationships. By the end of this lesson, you will have a comprehensive understanding of Javanese family vocabulary and be able to confidently use it in your conversations.
+== Immediate Family Members ==
+Let's start by learning the Javanese words for immediate family members. These are the people who are most closely related to you and play a significant role in your life.
+=== Parents ===
+The word for "father" in Javanese is "bapak" or "ayah". The word for "mother" is "ibu". These are the most common words used to refer to one's parents in Javanese.
 {| class="wikitable"
 ! Javanese !! Pronunciation !! English
 |-
-| Bapak || bɔpɔk || father
+| bapak || /bɑ.pɑk/ or /ɑ.jɑh/ || father
 |-
-| Ibu || ibu || mother
+| ibu || /i.bu/ || mother
+|}
+=== Siblings ===
+The word for "older brother" in Javanese is "mas" or "kakang". The word for "older sister" is "mbak" or "kakang". The word for "younger brother" is "adik". The word for "younger sister" is "adik".
+{| class="wikitable"
+! Javanese !! Pronunciation !! English
 |-
-| Anak || anak || child
+| mas || /mɑs/ or /kɑ.kɑŋ/ || older brother
 |-
-| Kakak || kakak || older sibling
+| mbak || /mbɑk/ or /kɑ.kɑŋ/ || older sister
 |-
-| Adik || adik || younger sibling
+| adik || /ɑ.dik/ || younger brother/sister
+|}
+=== Children ===
+The word for "son" in Javanese is "putra". The word for "daughter" is "putri". These are the words commonly used to refer to one's children in Javanese.
+{| class="wikitable"
+! Javanese !! Pronunciation !! English
 |-
-| Kakek || kakɛk || grandfather
+| putra || /put.rɑ/ || son
 |-
-| Nenek || nɛnɛk || grandmother
+| putri || /put.ri/ || daughter
+|}
+== Extended Family Members ==
+Now let's move on to the Javanese words for extended family members. These are the relatives who are not part of your immediate family but still hold a special place in your life.
+=== Grandparents ===
+The word for "grandfather" in Javanese is "kakek" or "dandhang". The word for "grandmother" is "nenek" or "dandhang". These are the most common words used to refer to one's grandparents in Javanese.
+{| class="wikitable"
+! Javanese !! Pronunciation !! English
 |-
-| Cucu || tʃutʃu || grandchild
+| kakek || /kɑ.kɛk/ or /dɑnd.hɑŋ/ || grandfather
 |-
-| Sepupu || sɛpupu || cousin
+| nenek || /nɛ.nɛk/ or /dɑnd.hɑŋ/ || grandmother
+|}
+=== Aunts and Uncles ===
+The word for "aunt" in Javanese is "bu guru" or "mbah". The word for "uncle" is "pak guru" or "mbah". These words are commonly used to refer to one's aunts and uncles in Javanese.
+{| class="wikitable"
+! Javanese !! Pronunciation !! English
 |-
-| Paman || pamɑn || uncle
+| bu guru || /bu ɡu.ru/ || aunt
 |-
-| Bibi || bibi || aunt
+| mbah || /mbɑh/ || aunt/uncle
 |-
-| Kerabat || kɛrɑbɑt || extended family
+| pak guru || /pɑk ɡu.ru/ || uncle
 |}
-Note: Javanese distinguishes between older and younger siblings, rather than just "brother" or "sister", as in English. Also, the word "kerabat" refers to blood relatives beyond the nuclear family, such as grandparents, cousins, aunts, and uncles.
+=== Cousins ===
-Let's use some of these words in sentences:
+The word for "male cousin" in Javanese is "mbah" or "sepupu". The word for "female cousin" is "mbak" or "sepupu". These words can be used to refer to both male and female cousins in Javanese.
-* Bapakku tani manuk. (My father is a farmer.)
+{| class="wikitable"
-* Ibumu tani jagung. (Your mother plants corn.)
+! Javanese !! Pronunciation !! English
-* Anakku siji. (I have one child.)
+|-
-* Kakakku tresna musik. (My older sibling loves music.)
+| mbah || /mbɑh/ || male cousin
-* Adikmu takon kabèh. (Your younger sibling asks a lot of questions.)
+|-
-* Kakekku wis metu saking rumah sakit. (My grandfather was discharged from the hospital.)
+| mbak || /mbɑk/ || female cousin
-* Nenekku seneng memasak. (My grandmother enjoys cooking.)
+|-
-* Cucuku yènèn. (My grandchild is a girl.)
+| sepupu || /sɛ.pu.pu/ || cousin
-* Sepupuku wonten belahan dateng. (My cousin is coming to visit.)
+|}
-* Pamanku tengah wus tansah lakon lelungan. (My uncle is always traveling.)
-* Bibimu seneng garing molè. (Your aunt likes to make crispy molè.)
-* Awaké kerabatku loro kaos. (My extended family has two cars.)
-If you notice, the possessive pronouns "ku" and "mu" are used in these sentences to indicate "my" and "your", respectively.
+=== In-Laws ===
-== Cultural Information ==
+The word for "father-in-law" in Javanese is "bapak mertua". The word for "mother-in-law" is "ibu mertua". The word for "brother-in-law" is "adhi mertua". The word for "sister-in-law" is "adhi mertua". These are the most common words used to refer to one's in-laws in Javanese.
-In Javanese culture, respect for elders is highly valued. Children are taught to address their parents and older siblings with formal titles, such as "Bapak" and "Kakak", instead of using their names. This is seen as a way of showing respect and courtesy.
+{| class="wikitable"
+! Javanese !! Pronunciation !! English
+|-
+| bapak mertua || /bɑ.pɑk mɛr.tu.ɑ/ || father-in-law
+|-
+| ibu mertua || /i.bu mɛr.tu.ɑ/ || mother-in-law
+|-
+| adhi mertua || /ɑ.dɪ mɛr.tu.ɑ/ || brother-in-law/sister-in-law
+|}
+== Cultural Insights ==
+In Javanese culture, the concept of family extends beyond the immediate family. Extended family members hold a significant place in society and are often involved in important family decisions. In some cases, extended family members may even live together in the same household.
+Respect for elders is highly valued in Javanese culture. It is common for younger family members to address their elders with special terms of respect, such as "pak" for men and "bu" for women. These terms are used as a sign of respect and to show the hierarchical structure of the family.
+Javanese families place a strong emphasis on togetherness and unity. Family gatherings and reunions are common, especially during important holidays and celebrations. These gatherings provide an opportunity for family members to strengthen their bonds and maintain strong relationships with one another.
+== Practice Exercises ==
+. Match the Javanese words with their English translations.
+{| class="wikitable"
+! Javanese !! English
+|-
+| bapak || a. father
+|-
+| ibu || b. mother
+|-
+| mas || c. older brother
+|-
+| mbak || d. older sister
+|-
+| adik || e. younger brother/sister
+|-
+| putra || f. son
+|-
+| putri || g. daughter
+|-
+| kakek || h. grandfather
+|-
+| nenek || i. grandmother
+|-
+| bu guru || j. aunt
+|-
+| mbah || k. aunt/uncle
+|-
+| pak guru || l. uncle
+|-
+| mbah || m. male cousin
+|-
+| mbak || n. female cousin
+|-
+| sepupu || o. cousin
+|-
+| bapak mertua || p. father-in-law
+|-
+| ibu mertua || q. mother-in-law
+|-
+| adhi mertua || r. brother-in-law/sister-in-law
+|}
-Additionally, extended family members often play a significant role in Javanese society. It is common for families to help each other out in times of need, and for younger generations to take care of their elders. In some cases, extended family members may even live together under one roof.
+Solution:
+. a
+. b
+. c
+. d
+. e
+. f
+. g
+. h
+. i
+. j
+. k
+. l
+. m
+. n
+. o
+. p
+. q
+. r
-The concept of "gotong-royong" is also important in Javanese culture. This term refers to the practice of communal cooperation and mutual aid. When a member of the community needs help with a task or project, other members will come together to assist them. This can range from a small-scale task like planting rice to a large-scale project like building a house. Gotong-royong reflects the Javanese belief in the power of collective action and the importance of working together to achieve a common goal.
+. Imagine you are introducing your family to a Javanese friend. Write a short paragraph (in Javanese) describing each family member, including their names, ages, and relationships to you.
-Learning the Javanese words for family members is not only useful from a language perspective, but it also helps to deepen your understanding of Javanese culture and values. By showing respect for elders, honoring the importance of extended family, and embracing the spirit of gotong-royong, you can more fully appreciate the richness of Javanese society.
+Example solution:
+Bapakku namanya Suryo. Umurnya lima puluh tahun. Dia adalah ayahku. Ibuku namanya Ratna. Umurnya empat puluh delapan tahun. Dia adalah ibuku. Kakak laki-lakiku namanya Budi. Umurnya dua puluh tiga tahun. Dia adalah kakakku. Kakak perempuanku namanya Siska. Umurnya dua puluh satu tahun. Dia adalah kakakku. Adik laki-lakiku namanya Joko. Umurnya tujuh belas tahun. Dia adalah adikku. Adik perempuanku namanya Maya. Umurnya tiga belas tahun. Dia adalah adikku.
+Translation:
+My father's name is Suryo. He is fifty years old. He is my father. My mother's name is Ratna. She is forty-eight years old. She is my mother. My older brother's name is Budi. He is twenty-three years old. He is my older brother. My older sister's name is Siska. She is twenty-one years old. She is my older sister. My younger brother's name is Joko. He is seventeen years old. He is my younger brother. My younger sister's name is Maya. She is thirteen years old. She is my younger sister.
+== Conclusion ==
+Congratulations! You have now learned the Javanese vocabulary for family members. Family is an integral part of Javanese culture, and by knowing these words, you will be able to communicate effectively with native Javanese speakers and deepen your understanding of their culture. Practice using these words in conversations and reinforce your learning through regular practice. In the next lesson, we will explore the Javanese vocabulary for relationship terms, allowing you to expand your knowledge of Javanese family and relationships even further.
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+==Sources==
+* [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Javanese_language Javanese language - Wikipedia]
+* [https://omniglot.com/language/kinship/javanese.htm Family words in Javanese]
-==Related Lessons==
+==Other Lessons==
 * [[Language/Javanese/Vocabulary/Food|Food]]
 * [[Language/Javanese/Vocabulary/Basic-Greetings|Basic Greetings]]
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