Come On! Get to know Javanese in a Neighboring Country

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Indonesia, who doesn’t know this country that’s rich in natural resources? The country which consists of various islands holds various beauties. Friendly people, delicious culinary, beautiful dance arts are well known by foreign people. No exception, one of the languages used by one tribe in Indonesia is Javanese.

Guys, do you know? In Australia, many Aussies are proficient in Javanese. There are various places where you can use Javanese. Come on, see the special Javanese language in this Kangaroo’s country.

Jokamz Restaurant

This restaurant, located on Cardigan Street, Melbourne, provides Indonesian specialties. Even if you are in Australia, you can still feel the warmth of the nuances of the Nusantara. In addition to providing Indonesian specialties, you will be greeted with Javanese.

Australian National University

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Gengs, one of the famous and prestigious universities in Australia has a department of Javanese Literature, you know. In addition to learning Javanese language, ANU students also learn Javanese language and culture. They have even produced and become actors and actresses in short films with Javanese backgrounds. Of course the film uses Javanese as its dialogue. However, the film is still given a subtitle in the form of English. Javanese literature at the Australian National University was introduced by an expert on Javanese literature and culture who lives in Australia, who is also a senior lecturer on this campus.

Newport Lakes Elementary School

This elementary school is one of the primary schools that requires Indonesian language subjects, guys. Although a little, but Javanese is also introduced in these subjects. As a result, they began to be able to speak Javanese language. In fact, there are already several children who are able to speak Javanese.

Source : newportlakesprimaryschool.com

That’s some information about Javanese in Australia. Still worried about visiting Australia with English that’s still lacking? Because there are a lot of guides there, too. Enjoy your day guys !

Written by : Fahlulia Rahma Shofiana (Student of Islamic Education Department in Institute KH. Abdul Chalim)

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