This is the 740th most frequent Indonesian word.
bung
"Bung" means "brother," "mate," or a casual term of address for a man.
The term 'bung' here is used as a title of respect and camaraderie, akin to 'brother' or 'Mr.' in a formal yet friendly manner.
Bung Karno adalah presiden pertama Indonesia.
Mr. Soekarno was the first president of Indonesia.
In this sentence, 'bung' is an informal term for addressing a male peer or individual, often connoting friendship or equality.
Bung, apakah kamu sudah menerima undangan rapat?
Brother, have you received the meeting invitation?
Although not containing the standalone word 'bung', 'bungkus' is related, meaning 'package' or 'wrap', showcasing a derivative usage in extended contexts.