Signification
Asking about the method or state
Contexte culturel
In Javanese culture, asking 'Bagaimana' is often a way to show 'perhatian' (care). It's not just a question; it's a social glue. Jakartans are fast-paced. They almost never use 'Bagaimana' in speech, preferring 'Gimana' or 'Gimane' to keep the flow of 'Bahasa Gaul'. Batak speakers might be more direct, but 'Bagaimana' is still used formally to show respect to elders or 'Tulang' (uncles). The concept of 'Jam Karet' (rubber time). If someone is late, you ask 'Bagaimana ini?' (How is this/What's going on?) as a gentle nudge.
The 'Ya' Softener
Add 'ya' at the end (Gimana ya?) to sound more natural and thoughtful when you're unsure of an answer.
Avoid 'Bagaimana' for Prices
While people will understand you, asking 'Bagaimana harganya?' sounds like you're asking about the quality of the price, not the amount. Use 'Berapa'.
Signification
Asking about the method or state
The 'Ya' Softener
Add 'ya' at the end (Gimana ya?) to sound more natural and thoughtful when you're unsure of an answer.
Avoid 'Bagaimana' for Prices
While people will understand you, asking 'Bagaimana harganya?' sounds like you're asking about the quality of the price, not the amount. Use 'Berapa'.
The Nudge
A single 'Gimana?' in a text message is a polite way to ask for a response without being pushy.
Teste-toi
Choose the correct word to complete the greeting.
_______ kabar Anda hari ini?
'Bagaimana kabar' is the standard way to ask 'How is your news/state?'.
Fill in the blank to ask for the method.
Bagaimana ____ menggunakan mesin kopi ini?
'Bagaimana cara' is the fixed pattern for 'How to...'.
Match the phrase to the situation.
You want to suggest going to the beach.
'Bagaimana kalau' is used for making suggestions.
Complete the casual conversation.
A: 'Aku lapar banget.' B: '_______ kalau kita pesan GoFood?'
'Gimana' is the informal version of 'Bagaimana', perfect for a casual suggestion.
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Aides visuelles
Banque d exercices
4 exercices_______ kabar Anda hari ini?
'Bagaimana kabar' is the standard way to ask 'How is your news/state?'.
Bagaimana ____ menggunakan mesin kopi ini?
'Bagaimana cara' is the fixed pattern for 'How to...'.
You want to suggest going to the beach.
'Bagaimana kalau' is used for making suggestions.
A: 'Aku lapar banget.' B: '_______ kalau kita pesan GoFood?'
'Gimana' is the informal version of 'Bagaimana', perfect for a casual suggestion.
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Questions fréquentes
5 questionsNo, it's just informal. Use it with friends, colleagues, and in shops. Use 'Bagaimana' for letters, speeches, and elders you don't know well.
It's better to say 'Bagaimana denganmu?' (How about you?) or 'Kamu gimana?'.
Mostly, but it can also mean 'What' in phrases like 'Bagaimana menurutmu?' (What do you think?).
'Macam mana' is more common in Malaysia and some parts of Sumatra. In standard Indonesian, 'Bagaimana' is the norm.
Use 'Apa bahasa Indonesianya...?' instead of 'Bagaimana'.
Expressions liées
Gimana
informalHow (casual)
Sebagaimana
specialized formAs / In the same way
Bagaimanapun
builds onHowever / Regardless
Bagaimana bisa
specialized formHow is it possible
Cara
similarWay / Method
