durus
The Balinese word for "please" is durus.
durus is used as an interjection to make a polite request.
Meaning: interjection to make a polite request (intj)
Did you know?
- The concept of politeness in Bali is deeply tied to 'adat', or customary law and social norms, making the act of asking 'please' a way of maintaining cosmic and social balance.
- When using durus to request something, a Balinese speaker may avoid direct eye contact as a sign of respect toward a social superior.
- In Bali, the level of politeness is often determined by the caste system, so the way you say 'please' may change depending on whether you are speaking to a high-caste person or a peer.
Examples in context
- Durus, titiang nunas bantuan.Please, I request some help.
Example conversation
Kadek asks Nyoman to enter her house.
- KadekNyoman, durus ngeranjing.Nyoman, please come in.
- NyomanSuksma, Kadek.Thank you, Kadek.
- KadekDurus, malinggih iriki.Please, sit here.
- NyomanNggih, matur suksma.Yes, thank you very much.
