المعنى
Complimenting appearance or scenery.
خلفية ثقافية
Complimenting someone's appearance is a common way to build 'silaturahmi' (social connection). It is rarely seen as harassment if kept to general terms like 'cantik'. In Javanese culture, direct compliments might be met with 'ewuh pakewuh' (a feeling of polite constraint/shyness). The person might look down and say 'biasa saja' (just ordinary). Beauty is often linked to the concept of 'Banten' (offerings). A 'cantik' offering is one made with care and devotion. In Jakarta, 'cantik sekali' is often replaced by 'cantik banget' or 'cakep banget' in almost all casual settings.
The 'Ya' Factor
Add 'ya' at the end ('Cantik sekali, ya?') to make it a shared observation. It sounds more natural and friendly.
Gender Matters
Avoid calling your male boss 'cantik' unless you want a very confused look. Stick to 'rapi' (neat) or 'keren' (cool).
المعنى
Complimenting appearance or scenery.
The 'Ya' Factor
Add 'ya' at the end ('Cantik sekali, ya?') to make it a shared observation. It sounds more natural and friendly.
Gender Matters
Avoid calling your male boss 'cantik' unless you want a very confused look. Stick to 'rapi' (neat) or 'keren' (cool).
Social Media Pro
On Instagram, Indonesians often elongate the last vowel: 'Cantik sekaliiii!' to show extra excitement.
Accepting Compliments
If someone says this to you, the best response is 'Terima kasih' (Thank you) with a slight nod.
اختبر نفسك
Choose the correct word to complete the compliment for a woman.
Wah, kamu ___ sekali hari ini!
'Cantik' is the correct adjective for complimenting a woman's appearance.
Fill in the blank with the correct intensifier that comes AFTER the adjective.
Pemandangan di pantai itu cantik ___.
'Sekali' is the intensifier that follows the adjective.
Match the phrase to the correct person.
To whom would you say 'Cantik sekali'?
'Cantik sekali' is used for scenery like sunsets, but not for men or the taste of food.
Complete the dialogue.
A: 'Bagaimana menurutmu gaun ini?' B: '___'
When asked for an opinion on a dress (gaun), 'Cantik sekali' is a natural response.
🎉 النتيجة: /4
وسائل تعلم بصرية
What can be 'Cantik Sekali'?
People
- • Woman
- • Girl
- • Bride
Nature
- • Sunset
- • Flower
- • Beach
Objects
- • Dress
- • Painting
- • Batik
Intensifier Placement
بنك التمارين
4 تمارينWah, kamu ___ sekali hari ini!
'Cantik' is the correct adjective for complimenting a woman's appearance.
Pemandangan di pantai itu cantik ___.
'Sekali' is the intensifier that follows the adjective.
To whom would you say 'Cantik sekali'?
'Cantik sekali' is used for scenery like sunsets, but not for men or the taste of food.
A: 'Bagaimana menurutmu gaun ini?' B: '___'
When asked for an opinion on a dress (gaun), 'Cantik sekali' is a natural response.
🎉 النتيجة: /4
الأسئلة الشائعة
10 أسئلةNo, it is specifically for women, girls, or feminine objects. Use 'ganteng sekali' for men.
Yes, but 'sangat' comes before the word. 'Cantik sekali' is more common in speech.
Yes, you can use it for a house, a room, or a garden to mean it is beautifully decorated.
No, if it's not after an adjective, it usually means 'once'. Context is key!
In a respectful context (like complimenting a vendor's craft), yes. Be careful with personal compliments to strangers.
The most common slang version is 'cantik banget'.
Only for the appearance (plating). For the taste, use 'enak sekali'.
It is neutral. You can use it with friends or in a polite business setting.
It's always like 'ch' in 'cheese', never like 'k' or 's'.
No, that is grammatically incorrect. 'Sekali' must follow the adjective.
عبارات ذات صلة
Indah sekali
similarVery beautiful (scenery/art)
Ganteng sekali
contrastVery handsome
Cantik banget
synonymVery beautiful (informal)
Sangat cantik
synonymVery beautiful (formal)
Manis sekali
similarVery sweet/charming
