Jawa Vocab Basa Jawa for beginners
ꦗꦮ · Basa Jawa

Learn basic Javanese with warmth, not overwhelm.

Short vocabulary lists, stateless practice games, and friendly cultural notes. No accounts — every refresh is a clean slate.

113 words & phrases
9 topic lists
3 practice games

A gentle way to learn

Build a little context around each word, then use it before it gets dusty.

01 · Notice

Meet a small set of words

Choose one topic and start with five cards. Read the Latin spelling, look for the optional Aksara Jawa, and say each word once.

02 · Use

Turn words into a moment

Try the examples on each card, then make one tiny sentence of your own. The goal is a useful exchange, not a perfect worksheet.

03 · Return

Practice without pressure

Play a quick game, read one cultural note, and come back when you have a spare minute. There are no streaks to lose here.

Start with a topic

Pick a list and learn a handful of words you can use today.

All topics
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Greetings

Say hello the Javanese way — from casual to polite.

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Numbers

Count from one to ten and beyond.

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Family

Words for the people closest to you.

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Food & Drink

Market snacks, meals, and drinks.

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Colors

Name the world in warna Jawa.

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Everyday

Useful words for daily conversation.

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Places & Directions

Find your way around town with confidence.

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Useful Actions

Simple verbs and little words for real conversations.

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Feelings & Descriptions

Describe how you feel and what you notice.

From the rontal blog

Short notes on politeness levels, markets, and aksara.

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