المعنى
Preceding a sincere or frank statement
خلفية ثقافية
In Javanese culture, directness is often avoided to maintain 'rukun' (harmony). Using 'Sejujurnya' is a polite way to signal that you are about to be direct, which helps the listener prepare for potentially 'heavy' information. Batak culture is known for being more 'blak-blakan' (straightforward). Here, 'Sejujurnya' might be used less as a buffer and more as a simple emphasis of truth. Young people in Jakarta often use 'Jujurly' (Indoglish). This reflects the high influence of Western media and the English language on the local dialect. In meetings, 'Sejujurnya' is often used by subordinates to give feedback to superiors in a way that sounds respectful rather than rebellious.
The Comma Rule
Always put a comma after 'Sejujurnya' when starting a sentence in writing. It helps the reader 'hear' the pause.
Don't Overuse
If you say 'Sejujurnya' too much, people might start to wonder if you're usually lying!
المعنى
Preceding a sincere or frank statement
The Comma Rule
Always put a comma after 'Sejujurnya' when starting a sentence in writing. It helps the reader 'hear' the pause.
Don't Overuse
If you say 'Sejujurnya' too much, people might start to wonder if you're usually lying!
The 'Jujurly' Slang
If you're texting young Indonesians, use 'Jujurly' to sound like a local Gen Z, but never use it with your boss.
Softening the Blow
Use it before giving a negative opinion to show you're being sincere, not mean.
اختبر نفسك
Fill in the blank with the correct form of 'honest' as a sentence starter.
__________, saya tidak suka durian.
The adverbial form 'Sejujurnya' is the standard way to start a sentence meaning 'Honestly'.
Which word is best used to admit you forgot someone's birthday?
__________, aku lupa hari ulang tahunmu.
While 'Sebenarnya' (actually) could work, 'Sejujurnya' (honestly) is better for admitting a personal fault or feeling.
Complete the dialogue with the most natural response.
A: Apakah kamu suka kado dariku? B: __________, warnanya agak terlalu terang.
B is giving a slightly critical opinion, so 'Sejujurnya' is the perfect buffer.
Match the phrase to the situation.
You are in a job interview and need to talk about a mistake you made.
Using 'Sejujurnya' shows professional integrity during an interview.
🎉 النتيجة: /4
وسائل تعلم بصرية
Sejujurnya vs Sebenarnya
بنك التمارين
4 تمارين__________, saya tidak suka durian.
The adverbial form 'Sejujurnya' is the standard way to start a sentence meaning 'Honestly'.
__________, aku lupa hari ulang tahunmu.
While 'Sebenarnya' (actually) could work, 'Sejujurnya' (honestly) is better for admitting a personal fault or feeling.
A: Apakah kamu suka kado dariku? B: __________, warnanya agak terlalu terang.
B is giving a slightly critical opinion, so 'Sejujurnya' is the perfect buffer.
You are in a job interview and need to talk about a mistake you made.
Using 'Sejujurnya' shows professional integrity during an interview.
🎉 النتيجة: /4
الأسئلة الشائعة
10 أسئلةIt is neutral. You can use it with friends, but it's also perfectly fine in a business meeting.
Yes, in casual speech, people often just say 'Jujur...' before a sentence. It's like saying 'Truthfully...'
'Sejujurnya' is about sincerity. 'Terus terang' is about being direct and blunt. They are often interchangeable.
S-E-J-U-J-U-R-N-Y-A. Remember the double 'j' and the 'ny'.
Usually, yes. It can go in the middle, but that's much less common and sounds more poetic or emphatic.
No, it's actually a way to be polite while being direct. It signals sincerity.
Yes, it's very common in professional emails when providing feedback or explaining a situation.
The root word is 'jujur', which means honest.
It's like the 'ny' in 'canyon'. Your tongue should touch the roof of your mouth.
It's slang (Indoglish). It's not in the official dictionary, but everyone in Jakarta knows it.
عبارات ذات صلة
Jujur saja
similarJust being honest
Terus terang
synonymFrankly / Straightforwardly
Sebenarnya
similarActually / In fact
Sesungguhnya
specialized formTruly / In reality
Apa adanya
builds onAs it is / Authentically
Bohong
contrastTo lie
