COMMON EXPRESSIONS

hilap

forget (polite, for oneself)

verbCommon Expressions
SUNDANESE TO ENGLISH

What does hilap mean in Sundanese?

hilap is a Sundanese verb glossed as “forget (polite, for oneself).” Spoken Sundanese often adds nasal prefixes such as nga-, ny-, and m- to verb roots, so listen for how speakers shape the word in full sentences. This is a polite (lemes) form, suited to elders, strangers, and formal settings.

In the SpeakMore Sundanese dictionary, hilap is glossed as forget (polite, for oneself). Meaning can shift with region, speech level, and context.

ENGLISH TO SUNDANESE

How do you say “forget (polite, for oneself)” in Sundanese?

hilap

To say “forget (polite, for oneself)” in Sundanese, use hilap.

COMMON QUESTIONS

hilap FAQ

What does hilap mean in Sundanese?

hilap means “forget (polite, for oneself)” in Sundanese. It is listed as a verb in the Common Expressions topic cluster.

How do you say “forget (polite, for oneself)” in Sundanese?

“forget (polite, for oneself)” in Sundanese is hilap. Use this page as a quick reference, then practise the word in short sentences and real conversation.

Is hilap Sundanese or Indonesian?

hilap is a word used in Sundanese (Basa Sunda), a distinct language of West Java and Banten. Sundanese is separate from Indonesian and from Javanese, even though the languages share some vocabulary.