Grammar Lessons
Learn the rules of the Javanese language.
Introduction to Javanese Speech Levels
Beginner - Formality & Speech Levels
Javanese is unique for its distinct speech levels (undha-usuk basa), which are crucial for polite and appropriate conversation. The main levels are: ...
Basic Sentence Structure (S-P-O)
Beginner - Sentence Structure
The basic sentence structure in Javanese is often Subject-Predicate-Object (S-P-O), similar to English and Dutch. - **Subject (Jejer):** Who or what ...
Possessive Pronouns
Intermediate - Pronouns
Possessive pronouns indicate ownership. In Javanese Ngoko, you often append '-ku' (my), '-mu' (your - informal), or '-e' (his/her/its). For Krama, it...
Javanese Pronunciation Guide: Letters and Sounds
Beginner - Pronunciation & Phonetics
Understanding Javanese pronunciation is key to speaking and understanding the language. Here are some basics: **Vowels:** Javanese has several vowel ...