monkey love

Definition

The Indonesian equivalent of "puppy love"—that intense, adorable, and often fleeting first crush that hits during youth. Translated directly as "cinta monyet," it perfectly captures that wild, chaotic energy of young infatuation that makes you do embarrassing things. It's universal teenage awkwardness with a Southeast Asian twist.

Example Usage

"My little sister is experiencing total monkey love with that boy from her math class—she doodles his name everywhere."

Source: Urban Dictionary (https://www.urbandictionary.com/define.php?term=monkey%20love&defid=853831)

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