معنی
Assuring someone that a situation is not troublesome
زمینه فرهنگی
Indonesians value 'smooth' social interactions. Admitting a problem exists can be seen as causing 'malu' (shame) or friction. 'Bukan masalah' is a tool for social preservation. In Javanese culture, the concept of 'Alus' (refinement) means avoiding direct negativity. 'Bukan masalah' is a perfect 'Alus' response. In Indonesian business, saying 'Bukan masalah' shows a 'can-do' attitude, which is highly valued in collaborative environments. On Indonesian social media, 'Bukan masalah' is often used to shut down trolls or show that you are unbothered by criticism.
Add 'Kok'
Saying 'Bukan masalah kok' makes you sound much more like a native speaker. 'Kok' adds a gentle, reassuring emphasis.
Watch your face
Indonesians are very sensitive to body language. If you say 'Bukan masalah' but look annoyed, it will be interpreted as a problem.
معنی
Assuring someone that a situation is not troublesome
Add 'Kok'
Saying 'Bukan masalah kok' makes you sound much more like a native speaker. 'Kok' adds a gentle, reassuring emphasis.
Watch your face
Indonesians are very sensitive to body language. If you say 'Bukan masalah' but look annoyed, it will be interpreted as a problem.
The 'Gak' shortcut
If you are in Jakarta, just use 'Gak masalah'. It's the local 'cool' way to say it.
Smile!
A smile is the silent partner of 'Bukan masalah'. Always pair them together.
خودت رو بسنج
Fill in the blank with the correct negator.
Maaf saya terlambat. | ______ masalah, silakan duduk.
'Bukan' is used to negate nouns like 'masalah'.
Match the response to the situation.
Someone says: 'Terima kasih sudah meminjamkan payung.'
Both 'Bukan masalah' and 'Sama-sama' work, but 'Bukan masalah' emphasizes that it was no trouble.
Complete the dialogue.
A: 'Boleh saya minta tolong?' B: 'Tentu, ______.'
This is the standard way to accept a request for help.
Which sentence is the most polite way to say 'No problem' in a neutral setting?
Choose one:
'Bukan masalah' is neutral and polite. 'Gak masalah' is informal.
🎉 امتیاز: /4
ابزارهای بصری یادگیری
Bukan vs Tidak
بانک تمرین
4 تمرینهاMaaf saya terlambat. | ______ masalah, silakan duduk.
'Bukan' is used to negate nouns like 'masalah'.
Someone says: 'Terima kasih sudah meminjamkan payung.'
Both 'Bukan masalah' and 'Sama-sama' work, but 'Bukan masalah' emphasizes that it was no trouble.
A: 'Boleh saya minta tolong?' B: 'Tentu, ______.'
This is the standard way to accept a request for help.
Choose one:
'Bukan masalah' is neutral and polite. 'Gak masalah' is informal.
🎉 امتیاز: /4
سوالات متداول
10 سوالNo, it's not wrong and everyone will understand you. However, 'Bukan masalah' is more grammatically precise in standard Indonesian.
Yes, if the interviewer apologizes for a delay or asks if you can handle a task, 'Bukan masalah' is professional and positive.
'Bukan masalah' specifically addresses a problem or request. 'Gak apa-apa' is more like 'It's okay' and is more common for apologies.
You can say 'Sama sekali bukan masalah' or 'Bukan masalah sama sekali'.
Yes, it is neutral and polite enough for elders, though adding 'Pak' or 'Bu' at the end is better.
In modern Indonesian, 'masalah' is 'problem'. For 'question', use 'pertanyaan'.
In texting, people just write 'gpp' (for gak apa-apa) which serves the same purpose.
You can, but it will sound sarcastic. It's better to be honest or use a more formal tone if there's a real issue.
Yes, but specifically for nouns. For verbs, use 'tidak'.
Yes, 'Bukan masalah' or 'Tiada masalah' is very common in Malaysia as well.
عبارات مرتبط
Tidak apa-apa
synonymIt's okay / No worries
Sama-sama
similarYou're welcome
Santai saja
builds onJust relax
Bukan urusan saya
contrastNot my business
Gak masalah
specialized formNo problem (informal)
