Definition

1. Adjective:

   • Relating to Java, its people, or its language: "Javanese" describes something originating from or associated with the Indonesian island of Java, its inhabitants, or their language.
   • Characteristic of Java: Pertaining to the distinctive cultural, linguistic, or physical attributes of Java.

2. Noun:

   • A native or inhabitant of Java: A person who is from the island of Java.
   • The Austronesian language spoken on Java: The language used by the Javanese people, which is one of the major languages of Indonesia.

Usage Examples

• Adjective:

  • The museum has a collection of beautiful Javanese textiles. (The textiles are from or characteristic of Java.)
  • She studies Javanese culture and history. (The culture is that of Java.)

• Noun (Person):

  • He is a Javanese from Yogyakarta. (He is a person from Java.)
  • Many Javanese have migrated to other parts of Indonesia. (Many people from Java have migrated.)

• Noun (Language):

  • My grandmother speaks Javanese at home. (She speaks the Javanese language.)
  • Learning Javanese requires understanding its different speech levels. (Learning the language involves its complex system.)

Advanced Usage

• "Javanese script": Refers to the traditional writing system used for the Javanese language.

  • The ancient manuscripts were written in Javanese script.

• "Javanese cuisine": Describes the culinary traditions from the island of Java.

  • The restaurant specializes in authentic Javanese cuisine.

Variants and Related Words

• Java (n): The island itself.

  • Coffee was first cultivated on Java.

• Javan (adj/n): An older or less common variant synonymous with "Javanese."

  • The Javan rhinoceros is a critically endangered species.

Synonyms

• Javan (adj/n): (Synonymous, though "Javanese" is more common for people and language.)
• From Java: (Descriptive phrase for origin.)

Related Phrases

• "Central Javanese": Pertaining to the central region of Java.

  • The Central Javanese court dances are very elegant.

• "Javanese culture": The collective customs and arts of Java.

  • Wayang kulit is an important part of Javanese culture.

Adjective

1. of or relating to or characteristic of Java or its inhabitants or its language
   • Javanese temples
   • Javanese dialects

Noun

1. the Indonesian language spoken on Java
2. a native or inhabitant of Java