Basungkam
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Translations
to Language
Indonesian
Translation
sungkem
Part of speech
verb
Definition
tunduk; bersujud
to Language
English
Translation
prostrate
Part of speech
verb
Definition
subservient; kneel
Sentences Example
Banjarese
Muha basungkam, buntut mahambat.
English
The face looks submissive, but the tail is wagging. (An expression that means someone who looks obedient and respectful in front, but behind his back likes to put things down).
Indonesian
Wajah terlihat tunduk patuh, tapi ekor mengibas. (Ungkapan yang artinya seseorang yang di depan terlihat patuh dan hormat, tapi di belakang suka menjatuhkan).
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