A1 Expression ニュートラル

Itu salah

That is wrong

意味

Identifying an error.

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文化的背景

In Javanese-influenced Indonesian culture, direct correction is often avoided to maintain 'rukun' (communal harmony). You might hear people say 'Nggih' (Yes) even if they think 'Itu salah,' only to correct it later indirectly. Batak culture from North Sumatra is known for being more direct and egalitarian. A Batak speaker might use 'Itu salah' much more firmly and directly than a Javanese speaker. Young people in Jakarta use 'salah' in the context of 'salah fokus' (salfo) – when someone notices a small, irrelevant detail instead of the main point of a photo or story. The word 'salah' is used in the context of 'sholat' (prayer). If someone makes a mistake in the prayer movements, it is 'salah,' but there are specific ways to correct it (Sujud Sahwi) rather than just saying 'Itu salah.'

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The 'Face-Saving' Rule

If you must correct someone in public, start with 'Maaf' (Sorry) to soften the 'Itu salah'.

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Salah vs Bukan

Never use 'salah' to negate a noun. 'Itu salah buku' is a major beginner mistake.

意味

Identifying an error.

🎯

The 'Face-Saving' Rule

If you must correct someone in public, start with 'Maaf' (Sorry) to soften the 'Itu salah'.

⚠️

Salah vs Bukan

Never use 'salah' to negate a noun. 'Itu salah buku' is a major beginner mistake.

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Body Language

When saying 'Itu salah,' avoiding a pointed finger. Instead, use your thumb or a slight nod of the head to be more polite.

自分をテスト

Choose the correct Indonesian translation for 'That is wrong.'

How do you say 'That is wrong' in a neutral way?

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: Itu salah

'Salah' means wrong, 'benar' means right.

Fill in the blank to complete the sentence.

Maaf, informasi ___ salah.

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: itu

'Itu' (that) is needed to point to the information.

Complete the dialogue.

A: Ibukota Indonesia adalah Bali. B: ________, ibukotanya adalah Jakarta.

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: Itu salah

Since the statement is factually incorrect, 'Itu salah' is the appropriate response.

Match the phrase to the situation.

Which phrase is best for a formal meeting with a boss?

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: Sepertinya kurang tepat.

'Kurang tepat' is the polite, formal way to correct someone in Indonesian culture.

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Salah vs. Bukan

Use 'Salah' for...
Facts 2+2=5
Actions Wrong way
Use 'Bukan' for...
Nouns Not a dog
Identity Not me

練習問題バンク

4 問題
Choose the correct Indonesian translation for 'That is wrong.' Choose A1

How do you say 'That is wrong' in a neutral way?

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: Itu salah

'Salah' means wrong, 'benar' means right.

Fill in the blank to complete the sentence. Fill Blank A1

Maaf, informasi ___ salah.

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: itu

'Itu' (that) is needed to point to the information.

Complete the dialogue. dialogue_completion A2

A: Ibukota Indonesia adalah Bali. B: ________, ibukotanya adalah Jakarta.

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: Itu salah

Since the statement is factually incorrect, 'Itu salah' is the appropriate response.

Match the phrase to the situation. situation_matching B1

Which phrase is best for a formal meeting with a boss?

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: Sepertinya kurang tepat.

'Kurang tepat' is the polite, formal way to correct someone in Indonesian culture.

🎉 スコア: /4

よくある質問

10 問

No, for 'I'm wrong,' you say 'Saya salah.' 'Itu salah' specifically means 'That is wrong.'

It can be. To be safer, use 'Sepertinya itu salah' (It seems that's wrong).

The opposite is 'Itu benar' (That is right/true).

Not directly, but 'bersalah' means 'guilty.' 'Dosa' is the word for sin.

You say 'Itu tidak salah.'

Yes, 'Ngaco' is a very common slang word for 'wrong' or 'nonsense.'

Yes, 'Nomor itu salah' is perfect for that.

'Salah' is more absolute, while 'keliru' implies a minor slip or mistake.

Use 'Maaf, Anda kurang tepat.'

No, for broken machines, use 'rusak.'

関連フレーズ

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Salah paham

similar

Misunderstanding

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Salah satu

builds on

One of...

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Kurang tepat

synonym

Less than precise

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Bukan begitu

similar

Not like that

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Tidak benar

synonym

Not true

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