Bedeutung
Feeling left out or disappointed
Kultureller Hintergrund
The phrase is often used in political cartoons to depict the 'rakyat kecil' (common people) watching politicians enjoy wealth. Reflects the concept of 'nrimo' (acceptance), where one accepts their fate of missing out without causing a scene. Frequently used in the context of 'FOMO' regarding viral food trends or limited edition sneakers. While Batak culture is often seen as more direct, 'gigit jari' is still used to express the sting of losing a competitive negotiation.
Use with 'Cuma'
Adding 'cuma' (only) before 'gigit jari' makes you sound much more like a native speaker.
Not for physical pain
If you actually bit your finger and it bleeds, don't use this idiom. Just say 'Jari saya digigit'.
Bedeutung
Feeling left out or disappointed
Use with 'Cuma'
Adding 'cuma' (only) before 'gigit jari' makes you sound much more like a native speaker.
Not for physical pain
If you actually bit your finger and it bleeds, don't use this idiom. Just say 'Jari saya digigit'.
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Fill in the blank with the correct idiom.
Tiket konsernya sudah habis, jadi saya hanya bisa ______.
'Gigit jari' is the correct idiom for being disappointed after missing out on tickets.
Which situation best fits the idiom 'gigit jari'?
Situation: Budi worked hard for a promotion, but his boss gave it to a new employee instead.
Budi is disappointed and left empty-handed, which is the definition of 'gigit jari'.
Complete the dialogue.
A: Kamu ikut ke pesta ulang tahun Rina? B: Tidak, aku tidak diundang. Aku cuma ______ di rumah.
The speaker is left out of the party, so they 'gigit jari'.
Match the idiom to the feeling.
Gigit jari
It means disappointment due to missing out.
🎉 Ergebnis: /4
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Aufgabensammlung
4 AufgabenTiket konsernya sudah habis, jadi saya hanya bisa ______.
'Gigit jari' is the correct idiom for being disappointed after missing out on tickets.
Situation: Budi worked hard for a promotion, but his boss gave it to a new employee instead.
Budi is disappointed and left empty-handed, which is the definition of 'gigit jari'.
A: Kamu ikut ke pesta ulang tahun Rina? B: Tidak, aku tidak diundang. Aku cuma ______ di rumah.
The speaker is left out of the party, so they 'gigit jari'.
Gigit jari
It means disappointment due to missing out.
🎉 Ergebnis: /4
Häufig gestellte Fragen
5 FragenNo, it's not rude. It's a neutral way to express disappointment.
Yes, it's very common to say 'Saya gigit jari'.
You can use 'menggigit jari' in more formal writing, but the meaning is the same.
It can imply a little bit of envy, but mostly it's about your own disappointment.
Not really. 'Gigit jari' is for missing an opportunity, not losing an object.
Verwandte Redewendungen
Berputih mata
similarTo be ashamed or disappointed.
Makan hati
similarTo suffer emotionally.
Tangan hampa
synonymEmpty-handed.
Ketinggalan kereta
similarTo miss the train (miss a trend).
Nasib buruk
builds onBad luck.
