bangsat
/ˈbaŋsat/
The English word "bastard" can be translated into Indonesian using bangsat. Wiktionary also lists keparat and hina dina.
Meaning: contemptible etc. person (noun)
Ways to say it
| Indonesian | IPA |
|---|---|
| bangsat | /ˈbaŋsat/ (Standard Indonesian) |
| keparat | /kə.pa.rat/ |
| hina dina |
The terms in Indonesian are used to describe a contemptible person. In colloquial speech, the word anjing (literally "dog") is also used as an insulting term equivalent to "bastard".
Which one should you use?
While bangsat is a very strong and vulgar insult, berengsek is a slightly less intense way to call someone a "jerk" or a "bastard".
Is there a formal and an informal way to say it?
Bangsat and keparat are offensive and vulgar terms. In contrast, hina dina is a much more formal and literary way to describe a person of low or despicable character. For the most formal way to refer to a "child born out of wedlock", use the phrase Anak Tidak Sah.
Related words
How do you pronounce it?
/ˈbaŋsat/
Did you know?
- While it is used as a harsh insult today, the word bangsat originally referred to a 'bedbug' in the Hokkien dialect.
Examples in context
- Jangan jadi bangsat, ya!Don't be a bastard!
- Si bangsat itu menipu saya.That bastard cheated me.
Example conversation
Maya and Rian are talking about a person who stole a phone.
- MayaRian, apakah kamu melihat pencuri itu?Rian, did you see that thief?
- RianYa, dia benar-benar bangsat.Yes, he is a real bastard.
- MayaDia sangat jahat.He is very wicked.
- RianKita harus menangkap bangsat itu.We must catch that bastard.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “bastard” translations and entries bangsat, keparat, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries bangsat, hina, keparat, CC BY-SA 4.0.
