المعنى
Identifying an error.
خلفية ثقافية
In Javanese-influenced Indonesian culture, direct correction is often avoided to maintain 'rukun' (communal harmony). You might hear people say 'Nggih' (Yes) even if they think 'Itu salah,' only to correct it later indirectly. Batak culture from North Sumatra is known for being more direct and egalitarian. A Batak speaker might use 'Itu salah' much more firmly and directly than a Javanese speaker. Young people in Jakarta use 'salah' in the context of 'salah fokus' (salfo) – when someone notices a small, irrelevant detail instead of the main point of a photo or story. The word 'salah' is used in the context of 'sholat' (prayer). If someone makes a mistake in the prayer movements, it is 'salah,' but there are specific ways to correct it (Sujud Sahwi) rather than just saying 'Itu salah.'
The 'Face-Saving' Rule
If you must correct someone in public, start with 'Maaf' (Sorry) to soften the 'Itu salah'.
Salah vs Bukan
Never use 'salah' to negate a noun. 'Itu salah buku' is a major beginner mistake.
المعنى
Identifying an error.
The 'Face-Saving' Rule
If you must correct someone in public, start with 'Maaf' (Sorry) to soften the 'Itu salah'.
Salah vs Bukan
Never use 'salah' to negate a noun. 'Itu salah buku' is a major beginner mistake.
Body Language
When saying 'Itu salah,' avoiding a pointed finger. Instead, use your thumb or a slight nod of the head to be more polite.
اختبر نفسك
Choose the correct Indonesian translation for 'That is wrong.'
How do you say 'That is wrong' in a neutral way?
'Salah' means wrong, 'benar' means right.
Fill in the blank to complete the sentence.
Maaf, informasi ___ salah.
'Itu' (that) is needed to point to the information.
Complete the dialogue.
A: Ibukota Indonesia adalah Bali. B: ________, ibukotanya adalah Jakarta.
Since the statement is factually incorrect, 'Itu salah' is the appropriate response.
Match the phrase to the situation.
Which phrase is best for a formal meeting with a boss?
'Kurang tepat' is the polite, formal way to correct someone in Indonesian culture.
🎉 النتيجة: /4
وسائل تعلم بصرية
Salah vs. Bukan
بنك التمارين
4 تمارينHow do you say 'That is wrong' in a neutral way?
'Salah' means wrong, 'benar' means right.
Maaf, informasi ___ salah.
'Itu' (that) is needed to point to the information.
A: Ibukota Indonesia adalah Bali. B: ________, ibukotanya adalah Jakarta.
Since the statement is factually incorrect, 'Itu salah' is the appropriate response.
Which phrase is best for a formal meeting with a boss?
'Kurang tepat' is the polite, formal way to correct someone in Indonesian culture.
🎉 النتيجة: /4
الأسئلة الشائعة
10 أسئلةNo, for 'I'm wrong,' you say 'Saya salah.' 'Itu salah' specifically means 'That is wrong.'
It can be. To be safer, use 'Sepertinya itu salah' (It seems that's wrong).
The opposite is 'Itu benar' (That is right/true).
Not directly, but 'bersalah' means 'guilty.' 'Dosa' is the word for sin.
You say 'Itu tidak salah.'
Yes, 'Ngaco' is a very common slang word for 'wrong' or 'nonsense.'
Yes, 'Nomor itu salah' is perfect for that.
'Salah' is more absolute, while 'keliru' implies a minor slip or mistake.
Use 'Maaf, Anda kurang tepat.'
No, for broken machines, use 'rusak.'
عبارات ذات صلة
Salah paham
similarMisunderstanding
Salah satu
builds onOne of...
Kurang tepat
synonymLess than precise
Bukan begitu
similarNot like that
Tidak benar
synonymNot true
