A1 Idiom 중립

Kepala dingin

Stay calm

Handling a situation without getting angry

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문화적 배경

In Javanese culture, 'Sabar' and 'Nrimo' (acceptance) are high virtues. 'Kepala dingin' is the outward expression of these internal states, showing that one is 'halus' (refined). The concept of 'Musyawarah untuk Mufakat' (deliberation for consensus) is the national decision-making ideal. It is impossible to achieve without 'kepala dingin' from all parties. In high-stress cities like Jakarta, 'kepala dingin' is frequently used in 'netizen' culture to call for calm during viral controversies or political debates on social media. While Batak culture is often stereotyped as being more 'blunt' or 'loud,' the value of 'kepala dingin' in legal and family mediation (adat) is still strictly observed to prevent clan feuds.

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Use it as a Request

If you are in an argument, don't say 'Stop shouting.' Say 'Ayo bicara dengan kepala dingin.' It sounds much more mature and less bossy.

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Not for Sickness

If someone has a cold forehead because they are sick, don't use this idiom. Just say 'Kepalanya terasa dingin.'

Handling a situation without getting angry

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Use it as a Request

If you are in an argument, don't say 'Stop shouting.' Say 'Ayo bicara dengan kepala dingin.' It sounds much more mature and less bossy.

⚠️

Not for Sickness

If someone has a cold forehead because they are sick, don't use this idiom. Just say 'Kepalanya terasa dingin.'

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The Power of Sabar

Pairing 'kepala dingin' with the word 'Sabar' (patience) makes you sound like a native speaker who understands Indonesian values.

셀프 테스트

Fill in the blank with the correct phrase.

Jangan marah-marah, mari kita bicara dengan _______.

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: kepala dingin

'Kepala dingin' is the idiom for staying calm during a discussion.

Which situation is best for using 'kepala dingin'?

Kapan kita harus menggunakan 'kepala dingin'?

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: Saat sedang berdebat atau ada masalah

The idiom is used for resolving conflicts or problems.

Match the phrase with its meaning.

Match the following:

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: all

These are common Indonesian idioms related to body parts and emotions.

Complete the dialogue.

A: 'Dia memaki saya di depan orang banyak!' B: 'Sabar, hadapi dia dengan _______.'

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: kepala dingin

B is advising A to stay calm despite the insult.

Match the idiom to the character trait.

Seorang pemimpin yang tidak panik saat krisis disebut...

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: Berkepala dingin

'Berkepala dingin' describes someone who remains calm under pressure.

🎉 점수: /5

시각 학습 자료

연습 문제 은행

5 연습 문제
Fill in the blank with the correct phrase. Fill Blank A1

Jangan marah-marah, mari kita bicara dengan _______.

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: kepala dingin

'Kepala dingin' is the idiom for staying calm during a discussion.

Which situation is best for using 'kepala dingin'? Choose A1

Kapan kita harus menggunakan 'kepala dingin'?

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: Saat sedang berdebat atau ada masalah

The idiom is used for resolving conflicts or problems.

Match the phrase with its meaning. Match A2

왼쪽의 각 항목을 오른쪽의 짝과 연결하세요:

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: all

These are common Indonesian idioms related to body parts and emotions.

Complete the dialogue. dialogue_completion A2

A: 'Dia memaki saya di depan orang banyak!' B: 'Sabar, hadapi dia dengan _______.'

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: kepala dingin

B is advising A to stay calm despite the insult.

Match the idiom to the character trait. situation_matching B1

Seorang pemimpin yang tidak panik saat krisis disebut...

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: Berkepala dingin

'Berkepala dingin' describes someone who remains calm under pressure.

🎉 점수: /5

자주 묻는 질문

10 질문

It is neutral. You can use it with your boss, your friends, or your children.

No, 'otak dingin' (cold brain) is not a standard idiom. Stick to 'kepala dingin.'

The most direct opposite is 'kepala panas' or 'darah tinggi' (though 'darah tinggi' also means high blood pressure).

No. 'Cool' as in 'fashionable' is 'keren.' 'Kepala dingin' only means 'calm/rational.'

Yes, use 'berkepala dingin' to describe someone who is generally a calm person.

Very often, especially regarding political negotiations or peace talks.

Usually no, but if you say it while you are shouting, it sounds hypocritical!

Yes, if you are trying to resolve a misunderstanding with your partner.

People often use 'adem' or 'selow' (from English 'slow') in very casual settings.

Not necessarily slow, just not rushed by emotions. You can act quickly with a 'kepala dingin.'

관련 표현

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Berpikir jernih

similar

To think clearly

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Hati panas

contrast

To be very angry

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Darah dingin

contrast

Cold-blooded

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Rendah hati

builds on

Humble

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