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The Meaning of Gabut in Today's Slang Language, This is the Definition

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Kapanlagi.com - Have you ever heard the term 'gabut'? Yes, this slang language is very popular among young people nowadays. The meaning of gabut is actually used to describe a boring situation because of not doing any activities.

The slang language 'gabut' is an abbreviation of 'Gaji Buta' (Blind Salary). If referring to this slang abbreviation, then the meaning of gabut is a situation when someone should be working but instead doesn't do their job. Even though they're not working, they still get paid. This is what is called 'gaji buta' for the slang term 'gabut'.

However, in today's slang language, the meaning of gabut is slightly different. Although both meanings of gabut actually have similarities, which is not doing any work.

Now, do you want to know the real meaning of gabut in today's slang language? Check out the discussion below about the meaning of gabut in today's slang language that has been summarized by kapanlagi.com from various sources.

 

1. The Meaning of 'Gabut' in Contemporary Slang

In today's era, there are many contemporary and slang languages used by the millennial generation. One of them is the slang term 'gabut' which often appears in social media or daily conversations. Each slang language, including 'gabut', has its own meaning.

Most slang languages are abbreviations of two words, English abbreviations, or reversed words. Meanwhile, the meaning of 'gabut' is an abbreviation of 'Gaji Buta' (blind salary). However, the meaning of 'gabut' does not only refer to receiving a blind salary, but it also indicates a condition when someone is not doing any work.

As a result, you may feel bored and confused because you have no activities. The slang term 'gabut' is often used in daily conversations. It's no wonder that you are quite familiar with the word 'gabut' which is frequently used by today's youth. That is the meaning of 'gabut' in popular slang language among young people.

 

 

2. How to Overcome Boredom

The meaning of 'gabut' is when you have no activities or are confused about what to do. Well, this condition can be quite boring. It's no wonder that some people try to overcome their boredom by doing their hobbies or things they like. If you are feeling bored, here are some inspiration on how to overcome boredom.

- Engage in positive activities such as reading books.

- Do some exercise.

- Clean up the house to overcome boredom.

- Do your favorite hobby or activity, such as watching movies or listening to music.

- Trying out new recipes can be an option to overcome boredom.

 

 

3. Meaning of Other Popular Slang Language

After knowing the meaning of 'gabut' as slang language nowadays, there are also several other popular slang terms. This slang language is often used in daily conversations of young people or trendy captions on social media. It's not just slang language, because with this trendy term it can also make friendships closer. Now, here are the meanings of other popular slang languages among young people nowadays.

1. Anjir: The meaning of this slang language is usually used to express feelings when seeing or hearing something 'wow' or surprising.

2. Baper: The meaning of this slang language is Bawa Perasaan (bring feelings).

3. Bucin: The meaning of this slang language is Budak Cinta (love slave).

4. Caper: The meaning of this slang language is Cari Perhatian (seek attention).

5. Galau: The meaning of this slang language is to express feelings of sadness, heartache, worry, restlessness, disappointment, or confusion.

6. Gelay: The meaning of this slang language is the same as geli (ticklish).

7. Sans: The meaning of this slang language is the same as santai (relaxed).

8. Kepo: The meaning of this slang language is derived from the acronym Knowing Every Particular Object or the desire to always know.

9. Halu: The meaning of this slang language is the same as halusinasi (hallucination).

10. Mager: The meaning of this slang language is Malas Gerak (lazy to move).

11. Lebay: The meaning of this slang language is the same as Alay or too excessive.

12.Modus: The meaning of this slang language is Modal Dusta.

13.Cans: The meaning of this slang language is Cantik (beautiful).

14.Receh: The meaning of this slang language is less funny.

15.Sotoy: The meaning of this slang language is the same as Sok Tahu (know-it-all).

16.Gils: The meaning of this slang language is crazy.

17.Ngab: The meaning of this slang language is the reversed word of Bang.

18. Typo: The meaning of this slang language is used to indicate typing errors in a message.

19.Unyu: The meaning of this slang language is the same as imut (cute), menggemaskan (adorable), or lucu (funny).

20.Gercep: The meaning of this slang language is Gerak Cepat (quick movement).

21.Mantul: The meaning of this slang language is Mantap Betul (very good).

22.Songong: The meaning of this slang language is Sombong (arrogant).

23.Pansos: The meaning of this slang language is Panjat Sosial (social climbing).

24.Ntaps: The meaning of this slang language is Mantap (good).

25. Gans: The meaning of this slang language is Ganteng (handsome).

26.Julid: The meaning of this slang language is iri (jealous), dengki (envious), or giving comments that put someone down.

27.Woles: The meaning of this slang language is the reversed word of Selow or Santai (relaxed).

28.Kuy: The meaning of this slang language is the reversed word of Yuk (let's go).

29.Skuy: The meaning of this slang language is the reversed word of Yuks (let's go).

 

 

4. Meaning of Slang Language from Abbreviations

There are also several popular slang terms derived from abbreviations. Not just abbreviations in Indonesian, but this slang language is taken from English abbreviations. Well, here is the review of the meaning of slang language from popular abbreviations.

30. PHP: The meaning of this slang language is False Hope Provider.

31. OOTD: The meaning of this slang language is Outfit of The Day.

32. OTW: The meaning of this slang language is On The Way.

33. FYI: The meaning of this slang language is For Your Information.

34. BTW: The meaning of this slang language is By The Way.

35. IMO: The meaning of this slang language is In My Opinion.

36. LOL: The meaning of this slang language is Laugh Out Loud.

37. ROTFL: The meaning of this slang language is Rolling on The Floor Laughing.

38. PAP: The meaning of this slang language is Post a Picture.

39. OOT: The meaning of this slang language is Out of Topic.

So, those are the meanings of boredom in today's slang language. Besides the meaning of boredom, several other references to slang language can also broaden insights into contemporary and slang language.

 

 

(kpl/gen/nlw)

Disclaimer: This translation from Bahasa Indonesia to English has been generated by Artificial Intelligence.
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