Significado
Not being arrogant or boastful
Contexto cultural
The concept of 'Andhap Asor' is the Javanese root of 'rendah hati'. It involves lowering oneself linguistically and physically (bowing) to show respect. Indonesians often use 'self-deprecation' as a form of 'rendah hati'. If someone praises their house, they might call it a 'gubuk' (shack) even if it's a mansion. The term 'Tawadhu' is frequently used in sermons to remind the wealthy that their riches are a gift from God, necessitating a 'rendah hati' attitude. On social media, 'rendah hati' is often contrasted with 'flexing' (pamer). Influencers who don't 'flex' are praised as 'rendah hati'.
The 'Liver' Connection
Remember that 'hati' is liver. In Indonesia, the liver is where you feel things. So 'low liver' = humble.
Avoid 'Rendah Diri'
Never use 'rendah diri' to praise someone. It sounds like you are saying they have a mental health issue or no confidence.
Significado
Not being arrogant or boastful
The 'Liver' Connection
Remember that 'hati' is liver. In Indonesia, the liver is where you feel things. So 'low liver' = humble.
Avoid 'Rendah Diri'
Never use 'rendah diri' to praise someone. It sounds like you are saying they have a mental health issue or no confidence.
Complimenting Elders
Using 'rendah hati' to describe an elder is one of the highest forms of respect you can show.
The Noun Form
Use 'Kerendahan hati' in writing to sound more sophisticated and academic.
Ponte a prueba
Choose the correct word to complete the sentence.
Meskipun dia orang paling kaya di desa, dia tetap ____.
The sentence describes a rich person who stays humble. 'Rendah hati' is the positive term for this. 'Rendah diri' is low self-esteem, while 'tinggi hati' and 'besar kepala' mean arrogant.
Fill in the blank with the appropriate noun form of 'rendah hati'.
Kita harus menghargai ____ orang lain.
The noun form 'humility' is created by adding the circumfix ke-an to 'rendah hati'.
Match the phrase to the correct situation.
When should you say 'Dia sangat rendah hati'?
'Rendah hati' is used to praise someone who has status but treats others as equals.
Complete the dialogue.
A: Selamat ya atas promosinya! B: Terima kasih, saya masih harus banyak belajar dan tetap ____.
In response to a promotion, it is culturally appropriate to say you will stay humble.
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Ayudas visuales
Rendah Hati vs. Rendah Diri
Synonyms of Humility
Formal
- • Tawadhu
- • Kerendahan hati
Informal
- • Membumi
- • Gak sombong
Banco de ejercicios
4 ejerciciosMeskipun dia orang paling kaya di desa, dia tetap ____.
The sentence describes a rich person who stays humble. 'Rendah hati' is the positive term for this. 'Rendah diri' is low self-esteem, while 'tinggi hati' and 'besar kepala' mean arrogant.
Kita harus menghargai ____ orang lain.
The noun form 'humility' is created by adding the circumfix ke-an to 'rendah hati'.
When should you say 'Dia sangat rendah hati'?
'Rendah hati' is used to praise someone who has status but treats others as equals.
A: Selamat ya atas promosinya! B: Terima kasih, saya masih harus banyak belajar dan tetap ____.
In response to a promotion, it is culturally appropriate to say you will stay humble.
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Preguntas frecuentes
10 preguntasIt is neutral. You can use it in a casual chat or a formal letter.
It's better to say 'Saya mencoba untuk rendah hati' (I try to be humble) rather than 'Saya rendah hati'.
The most common opposite is 'tinggi hati' or 'sombong'.
Yes, but it specifically refers to character and social behavior, not just the size of something.
While it has religious roots, it is used by everyone in Indonesia regardless of religion.
No, use 'sederhana' for objects. 'Rendah hati' is for people.
In Indonesian, 'jantung' is the physical heart, but 'hati' (liver) is the emotional heart.
Use 'membumi' with friends or when talking about celebrities. Use 'rendah hati' for general virtues.
It's a soft breath at the end, like you are sighing slightly.
You can use 'merendah' (to act humble/lower oneself), but 'rendah hati' is an adjective.
Frases relacionadas
Tinggi hati
contrastArrogant / Proud
Besar kepala
contrastStubborn / Arrogant
Membumi
synonymDown-to-earth
Rendah diri
similarInferiority complex
Baik hati
builds onKind-hearted
